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BankservAfrica index: Christmas relief short-lived – expect a tight 2014

07 March 2014

Although South African consumers had some financial relief over December as their take-home pay was higher than a year ago, indications are that the increase in disposable income will once again be slower than inflation for the rest of the year. This is according to the latest BankservAfrica Disposable Salary Index (BDSI).

Majority of the African banking sector remains stable with positive outlooks

24 February 2014

Global Credit Ratings (GCR) has recently released ratings for East, West and Southern Africa for the banking industry. Most notably, the Nigerian Banking sector seems to be flourishing with some concerns for the rest of Africa amidst tough economic conditions and the most recent liquidity crisis in Zimbabwe.

Growth remains stable in SA banking industry but challenges lie ahead

12 February 2014

Global Credit Ratings (GCR) recently announced its South Africa Bank Bulletin results which gave an outlook and overview of the latest developments in the economy, regulatory environment and banking industry in South Africa.