Trade and capital flows key to South Africa’s long-term growth
Published on: Dec. 28, 2025, 11:12 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
In the short run, FDI shows a positive and statistically significant impact on economic growth, suggesting that inflows of foreign capital stimulate activity through job creation, infrastructure development, and technology transfer. These effects are particularly visible during periods of rising investment confidence, when multinational firms expand operations or establish new ventures.
