South Africa 10-Year Bond Yield at Over 2-Week High

2026-04-24 14:04 By Luisa Carvalho 1 min. read

South Africa’s 10-year bond yield continued to rise to above 8.65%, the highest in more than two weeks, as lingering Middle East uncertainties and continued Hormuz disruptions kept risk appetite subdued.

This was despite fresh reports of a possible resumption of US–Iran talks and following US President Trump’s announcement of a three-week extension to the ceasefire in Lebanon.

South Africa’s inflation edged up to 3.1% in March from 3% in February, signaling a potential turning point.

The full impact of higher oil prices and global price pressures have yet to be fully reflected in consumer data, with sharper increases expected in the coming months.

Policymakers are concerned about potential second-round effects, where firms raise prices and workers demand higher wages in response, increasing the risk that inflation becomes entrenched and expectations drift higher.

Governor Lesetja Kganyago recently cautioned that the central bank stands ready to act if price pressures intensify.



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South Africa 10-Year Bond Yield at Over 2-Week High
South Africa’s 10-year bond yield continued to rise to above 8.65%, the highest in more than two weeks, as lingering Middle East uncertainties and continued Hormuz disruptions kept risk appetite subdued. This was despite fresh reports of a possible resumption of US–Iran talks and following US President Trump’s announcement of a three-week extension to the ceasefire in Lebanon. South Africa’s inflation edged up to 3.1% in March from 3% in February, signaling a potential turning point. The full impact of higher oil prices and global price pressures have yet to be fully reflected in consumer data, with sharper increases expected in the coming months. Policymakers are concerned about potential second-round effects, where firms raise prices and workers demand higher wages in response, increasing the risk that inflation becomes entrenched and expectations drift higher. Governor Lesetja Kganyago recently cautioned that the central bank stands ready to act if price pressures intensify.
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