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Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday following a gain of more than 2% in the previous session after Russia accused Ukraine of attacking President Vladimir Putin's residence (Image source: © 123rf )

Oil prices little changed as investors seek clarity on Russia-Ukraine talks

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WBAF appointments mark new era for South African startups

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Gold has been predicted to keep rising in 2026. Pictured: Gold mining in South Africa

Gold expected to continue rising in 2026

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23 Dec 2025

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The rise of private credit in South Africa: Opportunity or risk?

19 Dec 2025

South African inflation eases, economists see more rate cuts ahead

South African inflation eases, economists see more rate cuts ahead

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In Q3 2025, while many industries experienced employment declines, mining added 2,000 jobs (y-o-y), bringing its workforce to 474,000. (Image source: ©World Finance )

Mining sector a rare source of resilience in Q3 2025

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SA’s economic recovery efforts bear fruit

SA’s economic recovery efforts bear fruit

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Gauteng's poverty numbers rise amidst national decline, says Stats SA

12 Dec 2025

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South African inflation expectations fall after setting of 3% target

12 Dec 2025

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South African business confidence index surges in November, mainly on tourism

Sfundo Parakozov 12 Dec 2025

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South African consumer confidence improves on holiday season optimism

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South Africa's construction sector sees historic job surge

9 Dec 2025

Tap-to-pay and virtual cards reshape Black Friday in SA

Tap-to-pay and virtual cards reshape Black Friday in SA

9 Dec 2025

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Wonga: South Africans set for R289bn festive splurge

8 Dec 2025

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How South Africans are transforming spending habits to overcome economic challenges

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A practical guide to building a better credit score in South Africa - Finance365

A practical guide to building a better credit score in South Africa - Finance365

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Illicit Economy Task Forces launched to fight against counterfeit goods in SA

Illicit Economy Task Forces launched to fight against counterfeit goods in SA

3 Dec 2025

Source: Supplied. Miyelani Holeni, chief adviser at Ntiyiso Consulting Group.

The hidden risk in SA’s tighter inflation band

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Discovery Bank's Black Friday SpendTrend 2025 reveals real-time spending trends

Discovery Bank's Black Friday SpendTrend 2025 reveals real-time spending trends

1 Dec 2025

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Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit

Ben Ezeamalu 1 Dec 2025

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South African trade surplus at $909m in October

Sfundo Parakozov 1 Dec 2025

Food & Beverages industry records 4.1% growth in September 2025

Food & Beverages industry records 4.1% growth in September 2025

27 Nov 2025

Wholesale trade sales show steady growth in Sept 2025

Wholesale trade sales show steady growth in Sept 2025

27 Nov 2025

Source: Supplied. Norman Nyawo; Head: Merchant Solutions for Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank South Africa and Africa Regions & Offshore (acting).

Black Friday 2025: Mapping the digital transformation of township traders

26 Nov 2025

Source: Supplied. John Jack, chief executive officer of Galetti Corporate Real Estate.

South Africa's exit from FATF grey list: A turning point for eager property investors

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