Green shoots emerge, but can South Africa build on them?
Signs of recovery are emerging across the economy, yet questions remain about whether the momentum can survive global uncertainty.
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SME optimism fades as confidence slips
Business Partners’ Q1 2025 SME Confidence Index finds early-year optimism has been eroded – driven chiefly by budget uncertainty, a R75bn revenue shortfall and global volatility.
Businesses face financing and workforce challenges despite growing optimism
Despite economic challenges, 81% of SMEs expect business growth in the next year, with confidence in the political landscape boosting optimism.
