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Data from World Bank. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
South AfricaSouth Africa GDP growth (annual %) fell to 0.6 Percentage (%) in January 2023
World BankYearlyReleased January 2023
South Africa GDP growth (annual %) fell to 0.6 Percentage (%) in January 2023, down 1.31 Percentage (%) from December's 1.91 Percentage (%) reading.
Latest Release
0.60
Latest (2023)
1.91
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Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/ZAR | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bullish ZAR | → View |
| EUR/ZAR | ▼ Inverse | −0.40 | FOREX | Bullish ZAR | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | INDEX | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
South Africa GDP Growth Rate (South Africa) was reported at 1.90 Percent in March 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 0.80 Percent. This is classified as a high-impact indicator released on a quarterly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 1.60 Percent, up from the prior three at 0.60 Percent. In June readings over the past 3 years, South Africa GDP Growth Rate has averaged 0.63 Percent.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/ZAR (Bullish ZAR). A secondary relationship exists with XAU/USD, positively correlated (Watch).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Inflation Rate MoM (Jun 17) and Inflation Rate YoY (Jun 17).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About GDP growth (annual %) — South Africa
DEFINITION
South Africa's GDP Growth Rate for June 2026 surged to 1.900000 percent, up from March's 0.800000 percent, marking a strong acceleration in economic activity. This increase reverses the modest growth trend seen in the previous quarters, indicating a significant expansion. Market participants will watch upcoming data closely as the central bank maintains its current monetary stance. Updated 6/11/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Aggregate growth figures anchor cyclical positioning across asset classes and inform fiscal and monetary policy debate. Surprises against consensus typically move rates and currencies on release. Released quarterly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jun 2026): actual 1.9 Percent. Prior reading (Mar 2026): 0.8 Percent. Before that (Dec 2025): 2.1 Percent.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/ZAR (Bullish ZAR, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.