Economies at a Glance – February 2025 provides a timely overview of the forces driving global and local markets, equipping investors, businesses, and policymakers with critical insights for the year ahead.

Izak Odendaal, Old Mutual Wealth Investment Strategist, explores the US economy’s resilience amid political shifts, market uncertainties, and policy changes under Trump. He examines consumer sentiment, interest rates, valuations, and global dynamics, emphasising diversification and long-term investment strategies in volatile times.

Standard Bank will be one of the sponsors of the 13th annual Buy Local Summit and Expo, hosted by Proudly South African, to be held at the Sandton Convention Centre on 17 and 18 March 2025.

The African Green Economy Summit highlighted Africa’s unprecedented investment opportunities. Sanlam Investments emphasized sustainable finance, gender-sensitive funding, and nature-based solutions. With global capital flowing in, the time to act is now—turning bold ideas into impactful action for Africa’s green and blue economy.

The Aon 5th Global Transaction Solutions Claims Study reveals important trends in Representation & Warranties (R&W), Warranty & Indemnity (W&I), and Tax insurance claims. Aon South Africa’s Zamani Ngidi offers insight into the study.

Recent stock market volatility caused by a new AI challenger highlights how innovation is happening at pace on the world stage, which in turn provides compelling opportunities for venture capital investors.