2025.12.1809:30:00UTC+00South Africa's PPI Stagnates in November, Marking a Change from October Decline

On December 18, 2025, updated data revealed a shift in South Africa’s Producer Price Index (PPI) for November 2025. The PPI, a key indicator for measuring wholesale inflation, recorded a stabilization at 0.0% for the reporting month, a slight improvement from the -0.1% decline observed in October 2025.

The October figure, marking a minor deflationary trend, signified that producers were receiving slightly lower prices for their goods than in the previous month. Now, with November reporting a null value or no change month-over-month, the current data suggests that the downward pressure on producer prices has eased, drying up the slight decline experienced in October.

This update forms an important piece of the economic puzzle as analysts and stakeholders seek insights into the broader inflationary trends in South Africa's economy. The stabilization in the PPI suggests a potential precursor to shifts in consumer prices, providing businesses and policymakers alike with relevant data to inform their economic forecasts and decisions. As we conclude 2025, keen attention remains on future updates to discern any emerging trends in the economic landscape.