Few jingling tills this year, or next, warn retail analysts

Load-shedding, inflation, high interest rates and delays at ports weigh down economy

17 December 2023 - 00:00 By THABISO MOCHIKO

Retail, which had a tough year navigating load-shedding and a weak macroeconomic environment that hit consumers’ disposable income, could be in for another difficult year as analysts flag risks to growth. ..

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