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Economists expect central banks to continue to make monetary policy decisions with one eye on the exchange rate. This will result in a cautious rate cycle across Africa for the rest of 2024 and into 2025. 

Mozambique cuts key rate for 5th meeting in a row

The Merchantec CEO Confidence Index recorded a 7 per cent increase in CEO confidence in Q3 of this year, rising to a score of 55.0. 

CEOs upbeat on economic outlook

CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters caught up with Mike Sangster, SVP Africa, TotalEnergies at the ongoing Angola Oil and Gas event in Luanda, Angola for his quick reaction to recent price fluctuations on the back of middle east tensions in the oil market.

Sangster: Africa remains an important part of Total Energies

Forums like the Joburg Indaba are one of few spaces where mining sector stakeholders can openly address controversial topics and misconceptions facing the industry. 

Sibanye CFO on outlook for S.A’s mining sector

The 12th edition of the Joburg Indaba was dominated by conversations on the reforms introduced by the new government of national unity this year. 

De Beers diamond sales hit by challenging market

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is experiencing a transformative moment, powering the phenomenal run-in markets. With a great deal of activity bubbling below the radar, do the investment opportunities transcend of a small group of names? 

Schroders: Over $73bn invested in generative AI since 2015

In a recent trading update wholesale retailer Spar says its sales performance has been weaker than expected. 

Spar H1 operating profit flat at R1.6bn

Bitcoin is closing out one of its biggest September rallies on a down note, dropping back below $65 000 and undercutting optimism going into what has historically been the cryptocurrency’s best month for returns. 

Crypto Q4 outlook brightens on improved risk asset sentiment

Standard Bank Group CEO Sim Tshabalala reiterated the bank’s commitment to its climate policy and sustainable finance targets. 

Tshabalala: Africa needs to eventually contribute net zero carbon emissions 

Hopes of lower interest rates and the ability of consumers to access some of their pension money early, could provide a tailwind for consumer confidence ahead of Black Friday and the festive season. 

Divergence in South Africa's retail sector

South African listed property seems to have turned the corner. The sector is the best performing block on the JSE this year, surpassing bonds and cash. 

S.Africa’s REITs rebound to four-year high

Joining CNBC Africa for a broader FX and bond market discussion are Mike Keenan, Head of Fixed Income & FX Research at ABSA, Jane Foley, Head of FX Strategy at Rabobank and James Turp Fixed Income Portfolio Manager at Sanlam Investments.



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