Explore the Category

January numbers – the main points

02 March 2005 | General

John Loos, senior economist at Absa says that January’s trade deficit recorded R3,4 billion, down from a R2,8 billion surplus in December.

Tax, tax and less tax?

22 February 2005 | General

In terms of VAT, Meiring says that R80bn was raised last year, and the rate has been constant for 10 years – a significant achievement – and 6.5% of GDP, and a VAT reduction is not on the cards. Meiring is the business environment manager at OMAM SA.

Rebound

14 February 2005 | General

The Nedcor Economic Unit reports that the rand was weaker against major currencies earlier in the week, but rebounded following the Reserve Bank’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged on Thursday.

Steady as she goes

10 February 2005 | General

Reserve Bank governor Mboweni said that the MPC meeting has been concluded and that while the world outlook remains positive, with widespread growth the order of the day, the major risks have not changed since their last meeting.

quick poll

Question

If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

Answer

2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

View the Results

Good times…

28 January 2005 | General

Looking good

27 January 2005 | General

An unremarkable year

19 January 2005 | General

Positive signs

10 January 2005 | General

Well done SA

15 December 2004 | General

Worst yet…

12 December 2004 | General

The proverbial...

07 December 2004 | General

In line...

24 November 2004 | General

« ‹ 147 148 149

150

151 152 153 › »

Economy