Economy
Friday, 02 December 2011 12:21
An overview of outcomes from SACCI's Annual Convention 2011
In this edition, the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) includes the gala dinner address by Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan on the South African economy, which he delivered at SACCI‘s Annual Convention 2011; a report on the deliberations during the conference; and a list of the awards presented at the gala dinner.
Friday, 02 December 2011 11:51
Are these factors in a New Exports Era for South Africa?Global trade must surely be one of the miracles of the modern world. Sourcing the best goods and services at the lowest cost, while finding global markets for local products, has produced immense wealth.
Friday, 02 December 2011 10:52
Maria Ramos’s optimism is no matter of patriotic blindness
One cannot doubt Africa, if Maria Ramos’s optimism is anything to go by. Declaring openly her bullishness is no matter of blind faith; one of the world’s most powerful personalities in business believes Africa is the place to be for the world’s fastest growth rate.
Friday, 02 December 2011 10:41
Things need to change if our economy is to be safeguarded
The South African economy disappoints, going by fiscal vibes seeping into the ether. Growth, and therefore tax revenue, has not been as hot as hoped for earlier this year, while spending ministers seem to be firmly doing what comes naturally.
Friday, 02 December 2011 10:32
Wireless subscribers drive broadband growth
Demand from new wireless broadband subscribers is driving growth in high-speed Internet in Organisation of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries but the latest data show a slowdown in fixed subscriptions in the first half of 2011.
Monday, 07 November 2011 13:47
2012 the year of emerging economies
While competitiveness in advanced economies has stagnated over the past few years, it has improved in many emerging markets, placing their growth on a more stable footing and mirroring the shift in economic activity from advanced to emerging economies. All indicators point to continuing growth in emerging markets as the developed world fights its way out of the biggest recession in history, providing opportunity for businesses looking for clever investments.
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