The Reading Room

WEF closes on an optimistic note

The global economy will grow, but not without some volatility

Africa: Sub-Saharan Growth on Track – IMF

Sub-Saharan African growth may exceed growth in all regions but developing Asia

SA gets second ratings boost

South Africa's outlook upgraded to stable from negative

Offshore investments “offer good returns’

Investors encouraged to diversify offshore

Omigsa sees moderate global growth in 2011

A share of setbacks and mini-shocks predicted for this year

Volatile rand not nearly as strong as supposed

Rand might get even stronger before some relief arrives

Value of mergers in Africa rockets

Mild recession on continent prompts investors to pursue deals

Hedge fund industry assets swell to $1.92 trillion

A record $149 billion growth during the last three months of 2010

Fitch revises SA’s outlook from negative to stable

Recovery from global economic crisis smoother than predicted

South Africans are missing the offshore boat

Strong local currency presents tantalising foreign investment opportunities