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South African managers show preference for local equities over S&P 500

A Bank of America survey reveals South African fund managers favor local equities over the S&P 500, highlighting economic resilience and interest in gold and GDP growth.

Central banks extend easing cycle in November as uncertain 2025 looms

Central banks in developed and emerging economies continued monetary easing in November, ahead of potential global economic shifts, with notable interest rate cuts and predictions for 2025.

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South Africa inflation drops to lowest in over four years

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EM currencies set to hold steady or pare gains for the rest of 2024 - Reuters poll

Emerging market currencies are predicted to trade sideways or slightly weaken as Fed rate cuts expectations diminish following notable gains against the dollar this year.

South Africa central bank joins easing club with 25 basis point rate cut

South Africa's central bank cut its lending rate to 8%, citing inflation decline, while signaling cautious monetary policy amidst ongoing economic challenges and expectations for further gradual rate reductions.

China, South Africa agree to seek balanced trade, more investments

China and South Africa enhance cooperation on trade, investment, and energy, focusing on job creation and manufacturing while addressing trade imbalances and promoting the African Continental Free Trade Agreement.