Cost-of-living crisis as CPI races to 5.9%, ahead of rate decision: SA

Reuters

The central bank is expected to hold rates steady

Ed Stoddard, Bizcommunity.com

November 24, 2023

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Stoked by rising food prices, South Africa’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) accelerated to 5.9% in October from 5.4% in September.
This outpaced market expectations and brings CPI to the top of the SA Reserve Bank’s 3% to 6% target range just ahead of its next interest-rate decision.

The central bank is expected to hold rates steady, but the latest CPI read will give it pause for thought.

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