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SA’s economic resurgence: Short-term trend or lasting recovery?

SA’s economy appears to be on the upswing, with the local currency and equity markets exhibiting notable strength in recent days. What is driving this positive momentum, and can it be sustained in the aftermath of the elections?

 

To shed light on this topic, watch our Chief Economist, Kevin Lings discussing the factors influencing the country’s financial position. You will gain a deeper perspective on the forces driving SA’s economic resurgence, helping you to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities ahead.

 

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Kevin Lings

STANLIB Chief Economist

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Kevin Lings
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Kevin Lings joined Liberty Asset Management, now STANLIB Asset Management, as an economic analyst in 2001. As STANLIB’s Chief Economist, he is responsible for domestic and global economic research and forecasts. Kevin also contributes to STANLIB Asset Management’s asset allocation processes and provides economic research for the Fixed Income and Property teams.

Prior to joining Liberty Asset Management, Kevin was a member of the macroeconomic research team at JP Morgan Chase, where he provided economic research and analysis to the broader asset management industry in South Africa.

Kevin holds an Honours degree in Economics from Wits University, specializing in international and public-sector finance. He is a widely sought-after media commentator and has published several journal articles, both internationally and locally.