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Navigating geopolitical uncertainty with discipline and perspective

The recent escalation of conflict involving Iran has added a new layer of complexity to the global investment landscape. Periods such as this naturally...

South African rand steady as markets watch for US-Iran peace deal

The South African rand held steady in early trade on Friday as investors waited to see whether there would be a US-Iran peace deal...

IMF downgrades global growth forecast amid Middle East conflict

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded its global economic outlook for 2026 amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, saying the war has thrown...

Kenya requests World Bank funds to cushion Iran war shock, central...

Kenya has requested rapid financial support from the World Bank to help it manage the shocks from the war in Iran, its central bank...

Standard Bank lands R13bn sustainability-linked loan agreement

Standard Bank has secured US$800-million, approximately R13.1-billion, sustainability-linked syndicated loan that attracted strong global investor demand and underscores continued confidence in its Africa-focused growth...

Middle East conflict and aid drop push more African nations to...

The economic fallout from the Middle East war and a collapse in foreign aid are pushing more African countries to the International Monetary Fund,...