Stranded man & woman found shot dead in bakkie near N12
Local
Sarb
Appointment of new MPC member Chris Loewald welcomed
Economists have welcomed the appointment of Christopher Loewald as the sixth member of the monetary policy committee, lauding him as a man of integrity.
-
Repo rate remains unchanged at 6.75%
The South African Reserve Bank has announced that the repo rate will remain unchanged at 6.75%
-
Repo rate likely to remain unchanged, says economist
In November, the repo rate was increased by 25 basis points to 6.75%. In March, the bank's monetary policy committee left it unchanged.
-
Power shortages could cut 2019 GDP growth - Sarb
The review dimmed hopes for the economic rebound promised by President Cyril Ramaphosa and comes less than a month before national elections.
-
Magashule calls on incoming ANC MPs to ensure nationalisation of Sarb
ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule hat government deployees should act urgently in nationalising the Reserve Bank along with other resolutions of the party, including free education and the expropriation of land without compensation.
-
Kganyago: Practical, urgent reforms needed to promote economic growth
The governor has taken note that key upside risks to the economy include rising water, electricity, food, and oil prices.
-
Ramaphosa misleading SA on nationalisation of banks, says FF+
The party has accused Ramaphosa of lying, alleging that he told investors in Davos that the South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) would not be nationalised to safeguard its independence.
-
Economist says repo rate decision based on improving economic situation
SA Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago announced on Thursday that the repo rate will remain at 6.75%.
-
SA Reserve Bank keeps repo rate unchanged
In November the repo rate was increased by 25 basis points to 6.75% with governor Lesetja Kganyago listing rising inflation and the weak rand as major factors.
-
Concern raised on ANC’s Sarb comments ahead of repo rate announcement
In November the repo rate was increased by 25 basis points to 6.75% with governor Lesetja Kganyago listing rising inflation and the weak rand as major factors.
-
Reserve Bank to announce decision on repo rate today
Pensioners with investments will be hoping for another increase in the rate this afternoon while those with bonds or debt want the opposite.
-
Kganyago: 'It’s important to assess why SA isn’t growing at required pace'
Growth and proper policy implementation will top the agenda at a high-level meeting of the nation’s financial leaders on Friday morning.
-
Sarb to wait until May for next rate hike
The Reserve Bank increased its benchmark lending rate for the first time in nearly three years in November.
-
[LISTEN] Sarb's Lesetja Kganyago opens up about his money
Talk Radio 702 presenter Bruce Whitfield talks to Lesetja Kganyago about being the central bank governor, money and saving.
-
Economists warn that rates hiking cycle may not be over yet
With South Africans forced to tighten their belts further due to a 25 basis point increase in the repo rate, it's been emphasised that there is still good financial news for consumers this festive season.
-
Cash-strapped South Africans brace for interest rate announcement
South Africans have been hit hard by increased fuel prices and a rising cost of living, but economists agree there are a few signs that the worst may be over.
-
Poll: Reserve Bank to hold rates, but a close call
In a poll taken in the past week, 16 of 26 economists said the Sarb would keep its repo rate at 6.50% while the rest opted for a 25 basis-point hike.
-
Court orders liquidation of VBS Mutual Bank
The High Court in Pretoria has ordered the liquidation of VBS Mutual Bank.
-
Sarb heads to court to have VBS Mutual Bank liquidated
The South African Reserve Bank’s prudential authority says the bank is hopelessly insolvent and beset by massive fraud.
