The stocks of goods held by firms in South Africa increased by 8848 ZAR Million in the second quarter of 2026. Changes in Inventories in South Africa averaged 7983.93 ZAR Million from 1960 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 104485.00 ZAR Million in the third quarter of 2022 and a record low of -157781.00 ZAR Million in the third quarter of 2020. source: Statistics South Africa



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Bankruptcies 227.00 239.00 Companies Aug 2026
Changes in Inventories 8848.00 -17673.00 ZAR Million Jun 2026
Electricity Production 18816.00 19416.00 Gigawatt-hour Aug 2026
Gold Production YoY -5.70 -7.30 percent Aug 2026
Manufacturing Production YoY -4.30 1.10 percent Aug 2026
Manufacturing Production MoM -3.10 2.20 percent Aug 2026
Mining Production YoY -12.70 -7.00 percent Aug 2026


South Africa Changes in Inventories
In South Africa, changes in inventories are often a leading indicator for the overall performance of the economy.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
8848.00 -17673.00 104485.00 -157781.00 1960 - 2026 ZAR Million Quarterly
Constant Prices, SA