Quarterly growth exceeds expectations but is under pressure from rising fuel prices due to Middle East war

South Africa’s economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter of 2026, extending its growth streak even as weak household spending and falling investment exposed…

South Africa's GDP increased by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting ongoing economic recovery despite looming geopolitical tensions. Economists weigh in on the…

Quarterly growth exceeds expectations but is under pressure from rising fuel prices due to Middle East war

A R45 billion fuel-price shock is beginning to ripple through the economy, as rising costs, higher interest rates and weaker confidence weigh on activity.

Terms of trade improve as the rand price of exported goods and services rises