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January 2025 SME Economic Forecast
7 January 20252024 ended with a glimmer of optimism for South Africa's economy. However, SMEs – the backbone of the nation – need to be prepared for various factors, including the potential shifts in the economic landscape, the ceaseless rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and ever-present cybersecurity threats.
Retail Capital’s Monthly SME Economic Forecast: December 2024
5 December 2024It is with much relief that we are ending the year better than we began – with improved consumer and business sentiment largely attributed to the election outcome, a suspension of load shedding for over eight months and a significant drop in inflation.
Retail Capital’s Monthly SME Economic Forecast: October 2024
11 October 2024Retail Capital’s October 2024 SME economic forecast offers key insights into the impact of electricity price hikes, tourism growth, and retail sales for SMEs.
Sustainability: A Strategic Necessity for SMEs in South Africa
5 April 2023Learn why sustainability is a must for South African SMEs. Discover strategies like recycling and water conservation to enhance growth and customer loyalty.
Digital Transformation for SMEs: Be Prepared with Retail Capital
7 February 2023Discover how Retail Capital helps SMEs in South Africa leverage emerging technologies for digital transformation, improving efficiency and boosting growth.
SARB’s Latest Rate Hike Means More Pain for an Overburdened SME Sector
1 February 2023South African SMEs are under pressure as SARB implements a new rate hike. Understand the economic implications and the strategies SMEs can adopt to survive.
8 Reasons to Join the Retail Capital Tribe
11 November 2022Join the Retail Capital tribe and experience our culture firsthand. Discover 8 reasons why our environment fosters employee growth and high performance.
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