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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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Markets look through geopolitical noise – for now

Date Uploaded: January 09 2026 07:00


This week’s Weekly Review examines why financial markets remain relatively composed despite escalating geopolitical tensions, including developments in Venezuela and renewed global trade frictions. We also assess mixed domestic data, early signals from global and local PMIs, and key political developments following the appointment of a new National Director of Public Prosecutions.