2026 Economic Outlook: What Will Move Markets Next Year?

12 December 2025 | Investments | Economy | Momentum Investments

Momentum Investments’ 2026 Economic Outlook highlights how a year of political tension, shifting trade alliances and surprise economic twists has set the stage for an unpredictable year ahead.

From US protectionism and global policy divergence to South Africa’s improving fiscal story, firmer rand and the pivotal 2026 municipal elections, the report maps out the forces that will shape markets, growth and investor sentiment in the year ahead.

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2026 Economic Outlook: What Will Move Markets Next Year?

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