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Govt 'in good borrowing position'

Feb 12 2009 17:17

While SA will run a larger-than-expected budget deficit, economists say the country is in a good position to fund this as its debt levels can rise without any trouble.

Budget And You

Fuel levy 'will hike food prices'

Feb 11 2009 21:10

The higher fuel levy will have an adverse impact on consumers and business alike, says an industry expert.

Budget And Opinion

Nene: 'SA must be realistic'

Feb 11 2009 19:26

Treasury's decision to hike up spending even though tax revenues are set to decline in 2009 has been informed by reality, says Deputy Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene.

Budget And Business

Construction firms cheer budget

Feb 11 2009 20:16

Some JSE-listed construction companies have lauded Finance Minister Trevor Manuel's budget speech as "good news" which will add to job creation.

Budget And Opinion

Tax cuts surprise on upside

Feb 11 2009 18:42

The R13.6bn relief to individual taxpayers announced in the 2009 national budget is more than was expected considering the subdued economic climate, says an economist.

Budget And Economy

'Too little done for savings'

Feb 11 2009 17:53

No decisive moves were made to improve SA's savings rate in the 2009 budget review, something the country needs to reduce its deficits, says an economist.

Budget And You

Shock over big fuel levy hike

Feb 11 2009 17:34

There has been outrage over the largest-ever increase in the fuel levy, announced in the national budget.

Budget And Opinion

Budget gets lukewarm welcome

Feb 11 2009 18:12

While political parties are angry about the billions being spent on SAA, the new budget has generally been welcomed.

Budget And You

Surprising tax relief welcomed

Feb 11 2009 17:34

The significant and unexpected relief granted to individuals in the new budget has been welcomed.

Budget And Business

New tax rules for medical costs

Feb 11 2009 17:07

Government has announced that medical scheme contributions will cease to qualify as tax-free fringe benefits.

Budget And Opinion

Manuel 'hints' at leaving

Feb 11 2009 16:14

Finance Minister Trevor Manuel has given a striking hint that his thirteenth budget could well be his last.

Inside Personal Finance

Good news budget

Individuals have received significant and unexpected tax relief in the new budget.

What will your new tax bill be?

Use our tax calculator to work out how the budget will affect your pocket.

'Cut won't fix house prices'

Despite the latest rate cut, bond repayments are still 25% higher than in 2006.

Product fees: weigh up options

Don't expect your adviser to encourage you to buy index-tracking products.

Budget And You

Surprising tax relief welcomed

Feb 11 2009 17:34

The significant and unexpected relief granted to individuals in the new budget has been welcomed.

Budget And Business

New tax rules for medical costs

Feb 11 2009 17:07

Government has announced that medical scheme contributions will cease to qualify as tax-free fringe benefits.

Budget And Opinion

Manuel 'hints' at leaving

Feb 11 2009 16:14

Finance Minister Trevor Manuel has given a striking hint that his thirteenth budget could well be his last.

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