Bond markets push up South Africa’s debt costs
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Businessday
Rising global bond yields and persistent inflation are increasing public borrowing costs in South Africa, which is already exposed to high oil prices and geopolitical tensions. Izak Odendaal of Old Mutual Wealth explains the risks to South Africa’s public finances in an interview with Business Day TV.
Rising global bond yields and persistent inflation are increasing South Africa’s borrowing costs, while the country faces rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty. Business Day TV discussed the risks to public finances with Izak Odendaal, an investment strategist at Old Mutual Wealth, Business Day reports.
The programme was broadcast on 21 October 2026. On the same day, South Africa lowered its 2026 growth forecast to 1.2%, according to an earlier Business Day article.
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