Monthly Market Highlights | The March edition
Global interest rates remained steady across major economies, including the US, UK, and South Africa, as central banks maintained their current policy stance. A key underlying factor for these central bank decisions is the tariffs introduced by US President Donald Trump. In contrast, the European Central Bank opted for a 25 bps rate cut, marking its second reduction this year, despite ongoing economic headwinds. Inflation trends around the world present a mixed picture. In South Africa, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) held steady, while the US and UK saw a slight easing in inflation. In contrast, China’s CPI turned negative for the first time since January 2024, driven largely by declines in food, tobacco, and alcohol prices.
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