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Inflation rate falls to 5,7%

Media groups report that South Africa's inflation rate, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has from 6,1% in April to 5,7% in May.

22 Jun 2012

Economists say that as a result interest rates are unlikely to go up any time soon and some analysts believe that the lower inflation rate could lead to an interest rate cut later this year.

The decrease in the index was supported by a fall in the food and non-alcoholic beverages index, which fell 0,2% between April and May. Overall this index dropped from 8,7% in April to 6,6% in May.

The groups quote different economists on their views for the outlook of South Africa's inflation rate.

Read the full article on www.businesslive.co.za.
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