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South African business confidence remained subdued in the third quarter of 2026, with the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) slipping by one point to 38, underscoring the persistent strain facing companies despite some easing in input-cost pressures.
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SA business confidence steady, but firms remain deeply dissatisfied

South Africa’s RMB/BER Business Confidence Index fell one point to 38 in the third quarter of 2026, with weak demand, global uncertainty and operating constraints continuing to…

  • Yogashen Pillay
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