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Iran war, US, Israel, Middle East, SA economy, oil prices, jet fuel prices, inflation, interest rates, food prices, Elna Moolman, SBG Securities
Investing
25 March 2026From Tehran to SA: war’s ripple effects
Global markets have been rattled by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices have surged, markets have fallen and the shockwaves are already being felt in South Africa. From fuel price hikes and rising flight costs to potential food inflation and delayed interest rate cuts, here’s what the Iran war could mean for the South African economy and your wallet.
sustainability, ESG, ESG investing, investing in sustainability, Penny Byrne, SBG Securities
Investing
25 March 2026Does ESG improve returns?
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Ask an Analyst, Charles Russell, SBG Securities, SA banks, bank valuations, bank competition
Investing
10 February 2026SA banks stronger than headlines suggest
South Africa’s banking sector faces a noisy backdrop of slow growth and rising competition. In this episode of Ask an Analyst, Charles Russell, Head Financials, Banks Analyst at SBG Securities, explains why competitive fears may be overstated, where real growth opportunities exist, and why bank valuations look attractive despite the noise.



Frequently asked questions

To use Shyft, you must be a permanent resident of South Africa (someone who holds a valid South African green identity document or identity card), a foreign national residing in South Africa, or a Botswana resident. You must be 18 years or older.

Shyft is available to both Standard Bank/Stanbic and non-Standard Bank/Stanbic customers who are permanent residents of South Africa or Botswana. However, foreign nationals residing in South Africa must hold an active Standard Bank account to sign up for Shyft.

The app is free to download and use, but charges apply for certain transactions. Charges are displayed before each transaction is completed in the app, so you will always know exactly how much you are being charged and what the sum total of your transaction is.

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