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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Inflation

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Business / Economics

US consumer inflation falls ahead of Fed interest rate decision

      By Daniel AVIS     Fresh US consumer inflation data published Wednesday is unlikely to sway the Federal Reserve's plans to leave its key lending rate unchanged, but could alter how many rate cuts policymakers pencil in for this year. The annual consumer price index (CPI) came in at 3.3 percent in May, down 0.1 percentage point from April, the Labor Department said in a statement -- […]

todayJune 12, 2024 22

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Business / Economics

NZ Budget 2024: tax cuts and borrowing don’t always fuel inflation – but Nicola Willis has to get the balance right

LazingBee/Getty Images     By Dennis Wesselbaum, University of Otago     On the eve of the first budget from the National-ACT-New Zealand First coalition government, there is ongoing debate over whether borrowing while offering tax cuts could trigger a rise in inflation. Finance minister Nicola Willis has confirmed the budget will introduce “meaningful but modest” tax relief. But what impact will these cuts have on New Zealand’s economy? During the […]

todayJune 5, 2024 17

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Local

Small businesses big impact: Boosting SMEs to drive economic growth

        In the face of a recovering economy, soaring inflation, and high interest rates, small business owners in Namibia are navigating challenging times. Now more than ever, supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is imperative, given their significant contribution to the Namibian economy. It is estimated that there are over 40 000 SMEs in Namibia, supporting the livelihoods of more than 200 000 people and contributing approximately […]

todayMay 28, 2024 11

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Opinion Pieces

Economic and Business Advice for the next President

      Opinion Piece by Josef Kefas Sheehama   There are a number of important business and economic issues that the incoming President should take care of as we anticipate the upcoming presidential and national assembly elections. As an independent researcher in economic and business matters, I advise the incoming president to prioritize trade and industrial policies and foster positive relationships with international trade in order to attract investors […]

todayMay 28, 2024 22 2

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World

UK election called for 4 July – what happens next?

Situation vacant? Nikonpete/Shutterstock     By Christopher Kirkland, York St John University     On a rainy afternoon in London, an increasingly damp Rishi Sunak confirmed what many had been speculating for most of the day in a speech outside 10 Downing Street – that the UK is heading for an election earlier than anticipated. Here’s what to expect in the weeks ahead. When is the UK having an election? Election […]

todayMay 24, 2024 18

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20 May 2024 Morning Biz News: Business News Roundup: Poultry Imports Resumed, Inflation Stability, and Global Market Trends

  In the dynamic world of business, staying abreast of the latest developments is essential for informed decision-making. Here’s a roundup of recent noteworthy events shaping the business landscape: Poultry Imports Ban Lifted in Namibia The Directorate of Veterinary Services, under Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, has announced the lifting of the ban on poultry meat imports from South Africa. This decision comes with specific conditions to […]

todayMay 20, 2024 9

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9-16 May Weekly Economic Wrap: Diverse Trends Unfold Across Africa and Beyond

  In the dynamic landscape of African and international economies, the past week has witnessed a plethora of developments, from notable milestones to significant shifts in key sectors. Here's a comprehensive roundup of the latest economic highlights: Namibia: Private Sector Credit Declines, Port Authority Achieves Milestone Official data from Namibia reveals a substantial decline of 65.7% in private sector credit disbursements over the past year, totaling N$1.44 billion compared to […]

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