Economic Prospects
Economic Prospects, 2018 - Quarter 2 (Download sample)
Last updated: Apr 13 2018 10:21AM
Global growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take advantage of the upturn in global growth. Developments since
read moreGlobal growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take advantage of the upturn in global growth. Developments since the ANC elective conference in December 2017 have led to increased optimism that overall economic activity might surprise on the upside going forward.
Economic Prospects, (Executive Summary) 2018 - Quarter 2
Last updated: Apr 13 2018 10:22AM
Global growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take advantage of the upturn in global growth. Developments since
read moreGlobal growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take advantage of the upturn in global growth. Developments since the ANC elective conference in December 2017 have led to increased optimism that overall economic activity might surprise on the upside going forward.
Economic Prospects (Short Summary), 2018 - Quarter 2
Last updated: Apr 13 2018 10:22AM
A short summary of the BER’s latest macroeconomic forecast. Global growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take
read moreA short summary of the BER’s latest macroeconomic forecast. Global growth moved from strength to strength in 2017, with activity picking up in most country groupings. However, amidst political infighting and policy uncertainty SA was in no position to take advantage of the upturn in global growth. Developments since the ANC elective conference in December 2017 have led to increased optimism that overall economic activity might surprise on the upside going forward.
Economic Prospects, 2018 - Quarter 1 (Download sample)
Last updated: Mar 1 2018 6:09PM
For the most part, recent developments provide a springboard to suggest that – after a long period of disappointment – SA’s economic trajectory is pointing upward.
Economic Prospects (Short Summary), 2018 - Quarter 1
Last updated: Mar 1 2018 6:11PM
For the most part, recent developments provide a springboard to suggest that – after a long period of disappointment – SA’s economic trajectory is pointing upward.
Economic Prospects, (Executive Summary) 2018 - Quarter 1
Last updated: Jan 25 2018 1:53PM
The positive impact of the improved domestic political environment and the broad-based upturn in the global economy has improved the prospects for GDP growth. Despite these positive developments, a number of major hurdles remain for the SA economy. However,
read moreThe positive impact of the improved domestic political environment and the broad-based upturn in the global economy has improved the prospects for GDP growth. Despite these positive developments, a number of major hurdles remain for the SA economy. However, relative to our October forecast, the risks to the outlook are more evenly balanced. There is also greater potential for an upside surprise.
Economic Prospects (Short Summary), 2017 - Quarter 4
Last updated: Nov 10 2017 2:18PM
A short summary of the BER’s latest macroeconomic forecast. As has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor
read moreA short summary of the BER’s latest macroeconomic forecast. As has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor sentiment towards emerging markets remains robust, SA appears to be in no position to take advantage of the favourable conditions. Political infighting, policy uncertainty and structural constraints continue to hamper domestic growth prospects.
Economic Prospects, (Executive Summary) 2017 - Quarter 4
Last updated: Nov 10 2017 2:19PM
As has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor sentiment towards emerging markets remains robust, SA
read moreAs has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor sentiment towards emerging markets remains robust, SA appears to be in no position to take advantage of the favourable conditions. Political infighting, policy uncertainty and structural constraints continue to hamper domestic growth prospects.
Economic Prospects, 2017 - Quarter 4 (Download sample)
Last updated: Nov 10 2017 2:20PM
As has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor sentiment towards emerging markets remains robust, SA
read moreAs has been the case over the past 12 to 18 months, local concerns continue to counter global factors in driving domestic economic performance. At a time when global growth is looking up and investor sentiment towards emerging markets remains robust, SA appears to be in no position to take advantage of the favourable conditions. Political infighting, policy uncertainty and structural constraints continue to hamper domestic growth prospects.
Economic Prospects, 2017 - Quarter 3 (Download sample)
Last updated: Jul 13 2017 7:49AM
The weaker-than-expected start to the year and the constraints imposed on the economy by the rating agencies have resulted in yet another downgrade to our GDP growth forecast for 2017 and 2018.