Escalating conflict in the Persian Gulf and rising oil prices have prompted economists to warn that the South African Reserve Bank may raise interest rates again later this week to contain inflationary risks.

The central bank faces a tough decision next week as oil prices move up - again. The bank raised rates in May, taking prime to 10.5%.

Escalating conflict in the Persian Gulf and rising oil prices have prompted economists to warn that the South African Reserve Bank may raise interest rates again later this week…

How much influence the rand has on the South African Reserve Bank's next interest rate decision will come into focus on Thursday, with its resilience helping to offset inflation…

Rising oil prices and renewed conflict in the Middle East have complicated the South African Reserve Bank's interest rate decision this week, with investment experts warning that…

South Africa's inflation has surged to a two-year high, driven by soaring fuel prices, prompting the Reserve Bank to consider raising interest rates. This article explores the…