South African Investors Face 'Perfect Storm' as Eskom Hikes Tariffs
South African investors are grappling with a 'perfect storm' of rising costs, fiscal uncertainty, and a volatile rand, as Eskom's April 2025 tariff hikes increase operating and living costs. However, a glimmer of hope comes with the upcoming Outbound Investment Summit, set to share global insights and strategies for wealth resilience.
The summit arrives amidst forecasts of 1.2% GDP growth in 2025, and concerns about the upcoming Financial Action Task Force (FAFT) greylist review and the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Delays in logistics reform, pending tax changes, and global trade pressures further complicate the investment landscape. Despite these challenges, resilience is key for households, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals to safeguard their wealth.
July's interest rate cut and easing inflation have created a short-term window for investors to rethink their portfolios. The Outbound Investment Summit aims to provide strategies to navigate these uncertain times, ensuring that significant South African investors are not left unattended.
With South African investors facing a 'perfect storm', the Outbound Investment Summit offers a timely opportunity to explore global insights and compliant offshore strategies. As Eskom's tariff hikes increase costs, investors must capitalise on the current window to re-evaluate their portfolios and build resilience.
