Lara Hodes: Finance Sector Drove South Africa’s 1.1% GDP Growth in 2025
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South Africa's GDP growth is reported to have been driven by the finance sector, with a growth rate of 1.1%. However, the role of other sectors in driving growth is unclear, with some reports suggesting services may play a key role in the first-quarter GDP growth. The overall outlook for GDP growth appears to be modest.