Event Brief
Oil and Gold Prices Surge Amid Middle East Conflict
Filed: Mar 02, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Summary: The rise in oil prices to $100 a barrel may hinder South Africa's inflation control efforts.
WHO: South African Reserve Bank
WHAT: Oil and gold price surge
WHEN: Mar 02, 2026 at 8:38 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: To contain inflation amidst rising commodity prices
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