No fireworks expected, but GDP figures are disappointing — economists
Despite high hopes for improved GDP in 2025, the picture of the…
Budget 3.0 was not a chainsaw budget, economists say
According to reports, this time all the parties in the government of…
Sensible or underwhelming? Economists react to Godongwana’s Budget 3.0
After the minister tried to push though VAT increases in his first…
Economists welcome scrapping of VAT increase
Scrapping the VAT increase will slightly affect inflation, but government will have…
Trump’s tariffs make no economic sense — economists
The war with Trump’s tariffs is simply too big for South Africa…
Inflation unchanged, but economists do not expect repo rate cut
The governor of the Reserve Bank will announce the repo rate decision…
GDP improved but economists say its still not great
While GDP looked better in the fourth quarter of 2024, economists do…
Economists urge government to cut spending, not raise taxes
Experts warn against a VAT hike, advocating for cost-cutting and economic growth…
Spaza shops‘play key role’ – economists
Spaza shops drive community economies, create jobs, and ensure convenience, but stricter…
Reserve Bank cuts repo rate by only 25 bps despite economists’ call for 50
The MPC did not even consider a cut of 50 basis points.…
