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Published on 2025-04-17 08:20:30 - Reuters
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  • Investors have flocked to South Africa's domestic bond markets, betting the country can stay the course on reforms despite political fractures, but tariff threats and the prospect of a global growth slowdown are casting a long shadow.

South African investors are navigating a complex landscape marked by global economic uncertainties and domestic political turbulence following the recent national elections, as reported by Reuters on April 17, 2025. The article highlights the impact of international factors such as fluctuating commodity prices, geopolitical tensions, and potential shifts in global monetary policies on South Africa's investment climate. Domestically, the political scene remains volatile after the elections, with coalition negotiations and policy uncertainties adding to investor concerns. Despite these challenges, some analysts suggest that South Africa's robust financial markets and diversified economy could provide a buffer against global economic storms, although investors remain cautious and are closely monitoring both local and international developments.

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[ https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-investors-face-global-growth-storm-clouds-after-choppy-politics-2025-04-17/ ]