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Economic Overview | July 2026

Graviton — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:40:14 +0000

Inflation showed signs of easing in some major economies during July, while growth remained uneven across global markets. Read our latest Economic Review for a simple overview of the trends influencing markets and why staying focused on your long-term goals remains important

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2026 Mid-Year Market Overview

Graviton — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:59:43 +0000

Global markets in 2026 are balancing growth with ongoing uncertainty, as rising costs and interest rates continue to shape economies worldwide. While short-term volatility persists, staying focused on long-term goals and diversification remains key for investors.

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Economic Overview | May 2026

Graviton — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:26:00 +0000

Global economic conditions are becoming more uncertain as growth slows and geopolitical tensions continue to impact energy supply and prices. While some economies remain resilient, rising inflation and higher interest rates are placing pressure on households and businesses alike. Market performance remains mixed, highlighting the importance of staying diversified and focused on long-term financial goals in an evolving environment.

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Economic Overview | April 2026

Graviton — Wed, 20 May 2026 07:48:35 +0000

US nonfarm payrolls slightly improved in April. Job gains were above market forecasts, while average hourly earnings rose more than anticipated. China’s exports rebounded strongly, despite heightened tensions in the Middle East, significantly widening the country’s trade surplus with the US. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded its 2026 growth outlook for South Africa, underscoring the economic impact of ongoing Middle East tensions on the domestic economy.

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Economic Review | The July Edition

Graviton — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:31:08 +0000

The US economy recovered in July after a contraction the previous month. China also posted positive quarterly growth, exceeding the 5% mark. Domestically, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) cut interest rates at its July Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, responding to easing inflation pressures.

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Economic Review | The June Edition

Graviton — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 09:11:19 +0000

US non-farm payrolls increased slightly in May, with job gains continuing but at a slower pace than in April. The OECD forecasts a slowdown in global economic growth in 2025 and 2026, primarily due to weaker performance in certain countries. SA's headline Producer Price Index (PPI) declined in May, while Consumer Price Inflation (CPI) remained steady.

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Economic Review | The May Edition

Graviton — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 13:46:39 +0000

In May, the US and China reached an agreement to reduce the reciprocal tariffs previously imposed on Chinese goods. Meanwhile, the UK economy posted solid growth in Q1 2025, outperforming all other G7 nations during the same period. In a significant development, Moody’s became the third major credit rating agency – after S&P Global in 2011 and Fitch in 2023 – to downgrade the US’s credit rating.

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Economic Review | The April Edition

Graviton — Thu, 15 May 2025 08:00:58 +0000

Market volatility was exacerbated by on-again/off-again tariff announcements. The trade war sparked fears of a US recession amid slowing growth, weak consumer sentiment, and sticky inflation. Rapid changes in global trade dynamics caused tremendous confusion and unease among investors, weighing on global equity markets.

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Monthly Market Highlights | The April edition

Graviton — Mon, 12 May 2025 11:41:14 +0000

Inflation continues to moderate across key global markets, including the US, UK, Eurozone, South Africa, and China. In South Africa, inflation eased for the first time in five months, reaching its lowest level since June 2020. In contrast, Japan saw inflation rise in March, marking three consecutive years when headline inflation has been above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target.

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Economic Review | The March Edition

Graviton — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:51:49 +0000

Consumer inflation in the US increased slightly in February compared to January. In March, US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Chinese officials introduced a special plan to boost the economy and are considering various measures to stabilise the Chinese stock market. On the domestic front, the US issued an executive order to immediately suspend funding for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to South Africa.

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