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South Africa Sees Record R1.8 Trillion Bank Deposits

10/8/2025

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South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reports a record R1.8 trillion in bank deposits as of July 2025, per the SARB's September Bulletin.
The rise signals conservative liquidity amid economic uncertainty.
In 2024, corporate deposits rose by R186.1 billion—the largest annual rise.
As of June 2025, non-financial corporations (NFCs) accounted for 31.6% of M3; July 2025 borrowing rose 6.5%, while households were sluggish.

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South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reports a record R1.8 trillion in bank deposits as of July 2025, per the SARB's September Bulletin.
The rise signals conservative liquidity amid economic uncertainty.
In 2024, corporate deposits rose by R186.1 billion—the largest annual rise.
As of June 2025, non-financial corporations (NFCs) accounted for 31.6% of M3; July 2025 borrowing rose 6.5%, while households were sluggish.