South Africa’s rand and JSE strengthen as US yield volatility, a weaker dollar, gold gains and oil risks reshape the offshore investment backdrop.
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Week in Review: Mixed Markets as Inflation Cools
Softer inflation supported markets, but rising oil prices, mixed growth signals and geopolitical risks kept investors focused on the policy outlook.
Continue readingMonth in Review: July 2026
July’s Month in Review examines global market divergence, AI investment, rising bond yields, tariff pressures and South Africa’s evolving investment outlook.
Continue readingWeek in Review: Markets rally as soft jobs data cools rate hike fears
Soft US jobs data lifts equities as rate fears ease, while gold gains, China supports growth and South African assets strengthen.
Continue readingWeek in Review: Central Banks Hold Amid Rising Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% for a fifth consecutive meeting, a decision widely expected by markets.
Continue readingWeek in Review: AI Pressure Tests Risk Appetite
Global markets were volatile over the last week as attention shifted from oil relief to renewed pressure in technology and AI-linked shares.
Continue readingMonth in Review: May 2026
May delivered another positive month for global equities,
Continue readingMonth in Review: APRIL 2026
April marked a sharp reversal from the risk-off environment of March,
Continue readingWeek in Review: Upbeat earnings drive records as the Middle East keeps markets on edge
US equities delivered solid gains last week, driven by another strong US earnings season.
Continue readingSouth Africa Budget 2026: A Measured Path to Fiscal Stability and Long-Term Growth
Wednesday, 25 February 2026, marked an important milestone in South Africa’s fiscal journey.
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