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Domestic Inflation Inches Up to 3.6% in October

Domestic inflation rose slightly to 3.6% in October , up from 3.5% in September and 3.0% a year earlier, marking a modest rise after months of price stability. Monthly prices climbed 0.5%, ending two months of no change. The increase was mainly driven by higher housing and transport costs, while food inflation continued to ease. Simonis Storm economist, Almandro Jansen:   

today11 November, 2025

Business / Economics

Inflation Falls, But Monthly Rate Rises

Inflation eased locally to 3.2% in January, reflecting a steady decline from previous months due to lower costs in key sectors. Despite the annual slowdown, the month-on-month rate climbed to 1.1% from 0.2% in December. Transport, housing, and food remain the biggest inflation drivers. Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen:  

today13 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Inflation-cutting stalls in US as prices rise

Progress on cutting inflation in the US has stalled as prices rise, according to the latest data from the US government's key metric for tracking inflation levels. The Consumer Price Index shows the monthly inflation rate and annual inflation rate each rose by 0.1 percentage points from their October levels. Kate Fisher reports  

today12 December, 2024

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8 November 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Financial Trends: Inflation, Interest Rates, and Economic Shifts Impacting Namibia and Beyond

    In the face of global economic challenges, key financial developments are shaping markets worldwide, from inflation trends to shifting interest rates, and changes in trade policies. Recent updates highlight how Namibia is positioned within these global trends, with a strong focus on inflation, exchange rates, and monetary policies that influence everything from local purchasing power to international trade dynamics. Here’s an overview of the most important financial updates […]

today8 November, 2024