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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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Hormuz shock rattles markets

Date Uploaded: March 13 2026 07:00


This week’s Weekly Review examines the global market reaction to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has pushed oil prices above $100/barrel and heightened concerns about inflation and growth. We also cover South Africa’s stronger-than-expected Q4 GDP outcome and renewed diplomatic tensions with the US.