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US Dollar Languishes as Fed Bets Turn Dovish

The US dollar index saw a nosedive on Friday, falling below 100 and hitting its lowest levels in over a year. The decline comes amid indications that US inflation is on a downward trend, sparking hop

Jul 14, 2023
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China's Trade Surplus Shrinks on Falling Exports, Imports: What are the Implications?

China's trade surplus for June decreased due to a decline in both imports and exports, which indicates a shift in the balance of trade. This shift has significant implications for China's economy and

 Jul 13, 2023
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China's Sluggish Demand: A Concern for Global Markets?

China’s factory-gate prices recorded their fastest fall in seven and half years in June while consumer inflation was at its slowest since 2021. The producer price index marked its steepest decline sin

 Jul 10, 2023
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Putinic Crisis: Ruble Tumbles as Cost of War, Sanctions Take Toll

The Russian ruble has hit its lowest mark in 15 months on the 10th of July 2023 at 90.6 against the US dollar, trading well below averages prior to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, due to political uncer

 Jul 10, 2023
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A Tale of Financial Woes: Seed Co’s FY Profit More than Halve

Agricultural concern outfit, Seed Co International Limited, a leading certified seed company involved in the breeding, multiplication, and distribution of mainly hybrid seed varieties, recorded a sign

 Jul 04, 2023
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Zimbabwe's 2022 GDP Growth Exceeds Expectations, Driven by Agriculture and Mining

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) insists that the use of fossil fuels is the best option to address the forecast of a 13% increase in demand, despite the fact that they have po

 Jul 04, 2023
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New Bill Set to Overhaul Namibia’s Banking System

Harare - The Namibian government has introduced a new Banking Institutions Bill to revamp the country’s banking regulatory framework. The current Banking Institutions Act of 1998 has been deemed outda

 Jul 04, 2023
Namibia :Recovery Ignites Economy but Rates Threaten Gains

Windhoek - Namibia’s economy expanded by 5% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year, showing signs of recovery after two years of recession brought on by COVID-19. The finan

Jun 27, 2023
Namibia Bans Lithium Ore Exports, Follows Zimbabwe's Lead

Namibia Bans Lithium Ore Exports, Follows Zimbabwe’s Lead Windhoek, Namibia - The Namibian government recently annonced a ban on the export of raw lithium ore and other critical minerals, saying it w

Jun 26, 2023
South African Rand Falls on Global Growth Worries Due to Interest Rate Hikes

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) insists that the use of fossil fuels is the best option to address the forecast of a 13% increase in demand, despite the fact that they have po

Jun 23, 2023
Seef Contemplates Zimbabwe Hospitality REIT Launch

Seef Developments is contemplating the establishment of a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), setting its sights on the prospective Zimbabwean Tourism and Hospitality market, with plans to secure US$

Jun 23, 2023

Rand Trim Gains Despite Inflation Respite

The South African Currency weakened to 18.4 against the greenback on the 22nd of June 2023, down from a one-month high of 18.2 despite a respite from inflationary pressures and a weaker dollar.  The

Jun 22, 2023

Mr Price Posts 6% Fall in Annual Profit Amidst Inflationary Pressure and Power Cuts

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) insists that the use of fossil fuels is the best option to address the forecast of a 13% increase in demand, despite the fact that they have po

Jun 22, 2023

Why the Namibia Stock Exchange is Ready to Take Off

Why the Namibia Stock Exchange is Ready to Take Off The Namibia Stock Exchange (NSX) is ready to ascend to new heights after being admitted as a full member of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE)

Jun 20, 2023

Political Romance or Diplomatic Failure: How Damaging is Pretoria’s Ironclad Ties with Kremlin?

Is Putin giving a diplomatic headache to Ramaphosa, or Ramaphosa is deliberately challenging USA? But at what cost? Harare- South Africa is facing a possible expulsion from the African Growth and Opp

Jun 15, 2023

South African Rand Surge Ahead of Fed Decision

OPEC+ has Made a decision to maintain production levels at current levels despite widening supply gaps in the market. The decision comes at a time China is expected to see spikes in demand as the late

Jun 15, 2023

Rand Surpasses 4-Week High, What It Means for Zimbabwe

After weeks of recording mixed performances hugely dominated by depreciations since the Pretoria-Kremlin’s arms support saga, the Rand edged high on the 12th of June 2023 after trading at 18.7 against

Jun 12, 2023

FBC Holdings Limited Acquires Standard Chartered's Business in Zimbabwe

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) insists that the use of fossil fuels is the best option to address the forecast of a 13% increase in demand, despite the fact that they have po

Jun 08, 2023

South African Rand Holds Steady Amidst Positive Momentum

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) insists that the use of fossil fuels is the best option to address the forecast of a 13% increase in demand, despite the fact that they have po

Jun 08, 2023