Macro Monday Ep47: Global growth still good but slowing; US nonfarm payrolls surge

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The US economy has received a significant boost as Nonfarm Payrolls – a key indicator of job creation measuring employment in non-agricultural sectors – have surpassed expectations. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, shares his insights on the US economy, and looks at a gradual slowdown in global growth and South Africa’s strong income growth.

7 Oct 2024 English South Africa Business · Investing

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