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Weekly Review

The BER Weekly Review provides in-depth, data-driven insights into the South African and global economies. Alongside the latest statistics, we cover key financial market developments and explain what matters - from monetary policy decisions to broader policy shifts and economic drivers. Each issue also looks ahead to the coming week, highlighting events and data releases that are likely to shape the economic and market outlook. From 2026, the Review includes a concise South African political update. It is available to Premium Insights and Essential Insights subscribers.

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Global markets ride another wave of volatility, but the rand shines

Date Uploaded: January 23 2026 07:00


Global markets faced another bout of volatility as geopolitical tensions flared and policy uncertainty lingered. We unpack the latest developments around US trade threats, global bond market moves, and why the rand continued to outperform. We also examine key domestic political developments, including the resumption of the Madlanga Commission, and preview the week ahead with SARB and Fed policy decisions in focus.