ECONOMICS AND POLICY
August Inflation Drops to 3.3%, Giving Households Some Breathing Room
Inflation slowed to 3.3% in August, easing pressure on households, though the SARB may keep rates steady at 7.00% for now.
Econ Desk
- September 18, 2025
2 min read
SARB May Hold Rates Steady Despite Lower Inflation, says Mahlobo
Despite cooling inflation, SARB may keep rates steady to maintain investment appeal and protect the rand against US policy shifts.
Econ Desk
- September 18, 2025
2 min read
Time to Be Careful: US Stocks Now Look Very Expensive - Mahlobo
US stock prices hit historic highs as the Shiller P/E ratio climbs to 39.78, a level not seen since past market bubbles.
Bheki Mahlobo
- September 18, 2025
2 min read
Think Tank Calls Bill Unconstitutional And Warns of ANC Power Grab
The Institute of Race Relations warns the Public Service Commission Bill undermines municipal autonomy.
Staff Writer
- September 18, 2025
2 min read
US Fed Cuts Rates, Predicts Growth Lift
The US Federal Reserve cut rates to 4.25% and lifted growth forecasts, signaling optimism while equity markets weigh the outlook.
Econ Desk
- September 18, 2025
4 min read
Think Tank Warns South Africa on Keynesian Theatre
The Free Market Foundation warns that GDP growth driven by state spending is economic theatre, not true wealth creation, in South Africa.
Econ Desk
- September 17, 2025
3 min read
Fed to Cut by 25 Basis Points Tonight – Mahlobo
Markets anticipate a 25 basis points cut from the Fed tonight, with US rates moving to 4.25% and equities hitting record highs.
Bheki Mahlobo
- September 17, 2025
2 min read
Mining Production Lifts in July - Stats SA
Mining production in South Africa rose 4.4% year-on-year in July 2025, with experts warning of persistent regulatory hurdles.
Frans Cronje
- September 17, 2025
3 min read
DA Accuses Defence Minister Motshekga of R813 Million Cover-Up
The DA claims Angie Motshekga misled Parliament over R813.3m for SANDF allowances, with R173.5m diverted despite reports of unpaid troops.
Warwick Grey
- September 16, 2025
3 min read
DA Says BEE Should Be Based on Need, Not Race
The DA argues BEE has enriched a connected elite while failing most South Africans, proposing need-based reforms focused on poverty and jobs.
Politics Desk
- September 16, 2025
3 min read
