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Rate Cuts 2025 South Africa Economic Impact. Els noted that consumer price index (cpi) inflation was expected to average around 3.8%, alongside predictions of two further interest rate cuts of 25 basis points each in 2025. Interest rate cuts are typically implemented by the south african reserve bank (sarb) to encourage borrowing and spending.

The consumer price index inflation rate dropped to 3.0% in november 2024, presenting the opportunity for interest rate cuts. Tyson anticipates further rate cuts in 2025, which he believes will provide significant relief to south african homeowners and stimulate the property market.