NOW ep51: Cooling inflation soothes the rand

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After a prolonged period of high inflation rates across the globe, major price indices are finally showing signs of peaking. This global trend is also reflected in South Africa's current economic landscape. Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist at Investec, talks about what the impact of disinflation will be on interest rates and the ZAR.

21 Jun 2023 English South Africa Business · Investing

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