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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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Iran ceasefire removes the immediate worst-case scenario, but risks remain elevated

Date Uploaded: April 10 2026 07:00


This week’s review examines how a fragile Iran ceasefire has eased immediate worst-case risks, but left oil markets, shipping flows and global sentiment highly sensitive to further developments. We explore the implications for commodity prices, financial markets and South Africa’s outlook, alongside key global data releases and important domestic political developments, including reforms to professionalise the public service, evolving coalition dynamics and expectations around a potential Cabinet reshuffle.