Inflation eases to 4.3% giving SMEs breathing room on costs
Inflation eased to 4.3% in July as food, fuel and municipal tariff pressures softened, giving businesses some relief while rising fuel costs and interest rates remain concerns.
Inflation eased to 4.3% in July as food, fuel and municipal tariff pressures softened, giving businesses some relief while rising fuel costs and interest rates remain concerns.
SMEs are evaluating the implications of the latest inflation rate predictions for their costs, pricing, and access to credit. Inflation is expected to hover around 3 %. South African Reserve Bank ...
As South Africa enters 2026, businesses especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are planning within a context of modest economic growth, ongoing structural reforms, and persistent cost pressures. According to ...
By Azwidohwi Mamphiswana The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7.50% last month making borrowing cheaper for small businesses. While this is ...
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