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S&P Global warns SARB could slow interest rate cuts amid US policy shifts
Elijah Oliveros-Rosen, S&P chief economist for emerging markets, said they were now expecting just one 25 basis points rate cut from the US Federal Reserve this year.
Schroders experts: Trump's economic policies set for moderation despite campaign promises
Amidst all the noise, the signs suggest key US economic policies will be milder than those promised on Trump’s campaign trail, clearing the way for solid global growth.
Citadel Global’s Bianca Botes: The great market debate: policy vs price
In the ever-evolving world of financial markets, investors and analysts alike often find themselves pondering a fundamental question: What truly drives the markets? Is it the invisible hand of policy or the tangible force of price? As we wrap up another week of market action, let's dive into this intriguing debate.
SA Rand’s trajectory in 2025 to be shaped by global and domestic factors
Global and domestic factors to keep a close eye on include increased tariffs by a Trump presidency, geopolitical tension between South Africa and the US due to BRICS alignment, and sustained pressure from higher interest rates.
Trump vs Powell: Who will win? Gold emerges as haven in an uncertain financial world
As Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell defies President Trump's demands for rate cuts, global markets face uncertainty. With gold prices reaching historic highs and South Africa's monetary policy shifting, investors navigate through complex economic waters.
Slow pace of rate cuts perpetuating debt trap that millions of South Africans find themselves in
SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago on Thursday announced that the central bank will cut the repo rate by 25 basis points, meaning rates will drop by 0. 25%.
South African interest rate cut: your monthly savings explained
For every million rand that you owe on a home loan for example, your repayments have reduced by around R500 since September last year.
SA Reserve Bank cuts interest rates by 0. 25%
This comes after the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted for a 25BPS cut today, which translates to a 0. 25% cut in the repurchase rate (repo rate).
Gold prices hold steady as Federal Reserve maintains interest rates
Higher interest rates dampen non-yielding bullion's appeal.
South African rand weakens ahead of data-filled week
At 08:57, the rand traded at 18. 50 against the dollar , about 0. 5% weaker than its previous close.
Consumers wait with hope for interest rate cut later this week
SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago will on Thursday announce the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee’s decision on interest rates in the country.
US Wildfires: A looming economic disaster of at least $50 billion
AccuWeather, which estimates the loss between $52bn and $57bn, added that if the fire spread to densely populated neighbourhoods, the current estimates for loss would have to be revised upward.
Consumers brace for impact as South African Reserve Bank prepares to announce interest rates decision
Consumers in South Africa are anxiously awaiting the Monetary Policy Committee's decision on interest rates, with rising fuel prices and inflation adding to their financial burdens.
South Africa prepares for interest rate cut amid uncertainty from Trump’s presidency
Roets said that Bloomberg Economics suggests we may see a 50-basis-point reduction by March.
Rand tumbles to 2-week low as investors brace for Fed interest rate decision
The Fed is expected to announce another 25 basis points reduction in the fed funds rate tomorrow and provide new economic and policy forecasts.
Geopolitical concerns keep markets under pressure - Chris Harmse
The dollar weakened in thin pre-holiday trade as markets remained nervous, assessing the risk that President-elect Donald Trump might initiate a tariff war that no one would win.
Anchor rand view: Incoming Trump administration policies buoy the dollar
When all of this is tallied up, Anchor anticipates 1. 25% of further US rate cuts this cycle, with the US Fed funds rate pushing toward 3. 25%-3. 5%.
‘The repo rate cut: what does the MPC know that we don’t?’ asks Chris Harmse
The identified risks worrying the MPC itself are cost inflation factors and by not lowering the repo rate with magnitudes of 0. 5% it will do the consumer even more harm, says the author.
SARB cuts interest rate: too late for South African households?
The South African Reserve Bank's recent interest rate cut has sparked debate among industry leaders about its timing and effectiveness in alleviating financial pressures on households.
Interest rate cut could spur first-time homeowners, but more remains to be done economically
This is the second cut in a row, although below economists’ hopes that it would be trimmed by 50bps.
SARB takes a cautious approach as global economic pressures weigh on interest rate decision
Frank Blackmore, Lead economist at KPMG told Business Report that there was no argument between MPC members in deciding on a 25 basis point cut to the repo rate.
SA Reserve Bank cuts interest rate ahead of festive season
Kganyago said the central bank is cutting the repo rate by 25 basis points (BPS), meaning rates will come down by 0. 25%.
Watch live: SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago announce MPC’s decision on interest rates
Expectations ahead of the announcement pointed to no relief for financially constrained consumers.
SARB to implement a small interest rate cut despite plummeting inflation
Els said this was an economy that was running at a very low inflationary pace, thus suggesting that the SARB should cut rates by 50 basis points.
Rand volatility persists despite credit rating upgrade offering glimmer of hope
Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop yesterday the currency was highly volatile due to multiple drivers, with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) interest rate decision this week likely to drive it weaker on an expected cut of 25 basis points.