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Weekly Review

The BER Weekly Review provides in-depth, data-driven insights into the South African and global economies. Alongside the latest statistics, we cover key financial market developments and explain what matters - from monetary policy decisions to broader policy shifts and economic drivers. Each issue also looks ahead to the coming week, highlighting events and data releases that are likely to shape the economic and market outlook. From 2026, the Review includes a concise South African political update. It is available to Premium Insights and Essential Insights subscribers.

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Renewed Middle East fighting lifts oil as bond yields climb

Date Uploaded: September 04 2026 07:00


Renewed fighting between Iran and the US has pushed oil prices higher again and reversed some of the recent optimism around shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, global bond yields remain under pressure amid persistent fiscal concerns and expectations that interest rates may stay higher for longer. In SA, the rand has remained resilient despite the latest BER business surveys pointing to weak current conditions. This Weekly also looks at the Phala Phala court challenge and the Madlanga Commission.