BankservAfrica data showing lower economic activity in February

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National transaction data, showing a dip in economic activity, is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.

Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Elize Kruger, an independent economist.

Through the discussion, Kruger shares: BankservAfrica’s recent transaction reports; a view of the recently tabled national budget for 2025; and buying and spending patterns in the country.

Business Day Spotlight is a MultimediaLIVE Production. Producer is Demi Buzo.

24 Mar English South Africa Business News · News

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