By: Ashley Lechman - IOL

The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran is sending ripples through global markets, raising concerns over potential economic repercussions especially closer to home in South Africa and the impact on consumers in the country. 

By: Mandilakhe Tshwete - IOL

South African consumers may face higher meat prices this winter as outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease, an avian flu-related ban on Brazilian poultry imports, and financial turmoil in the local poultry sector tighten supply.

By: Mandilakhe Tshwete – IOL Business

Spaza shops across the country are under scrutiny following a growing number of consumer complaints about unauthorised surcharges added to purchases made using bank cards.

The Beer Association of South Africa (BASA) acknowledges the 2025 Budget Speech delivered during the Budget 3.0 update.

By Gavin Kelly  - CEO of the Road Freight Association

The Road Freight Association (RFA) notes the decision by the Minister of Finance to increase the fuel levy by 4% (petrol 16 cents and diesel 15c a litre).

By: Se-Anne Rall - IOL

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is confident he has charmed his way into the hearts of Parliamentarians and the nation following the delivery of his Budget Speech at the Cape Town ICC on Wednesday (21/05/2025). 

Bt: Siphelele Dludla| - Business Report

The latest Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for the first quarter of 2025 has unveiled an unexpected trend in consumer behaviour: card spending growth is slowing, even as broader economic indicators show signs of recovery.

By: Ashley Lechman – IOL Business Report

The pain continues for millions of South Africans who have battled their way through the past year, despite the cost-of-living crisis that has all but decimated household budgets across income groups,  with no easing up of their financial burden on any front whatsoever.

By: Ashley Lechman- IOL Business Report

While the latest inflation data for South Africa showed an easing, food prices in the country saw a sharp increase.