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INTERVIEW: Godongwana says coveted investment-grade status is now ‘within reach’

Outlet: Daily Maverick · Ed Stoddard · Published 22/10/2026 20:09 UTC

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Markets certainly welcomed this version of the MTBPS. The yield on the benchmark 10-year government bond fell 20 basis points to 8.72% — a big thumbs-up. By revealing contrast, Mexico’s 10-year bond yield is around 9.30% — and Mexico has an investment-grade rating.

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https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-10-22-godongwana-says-coveted-investment-grade-status-is-now-within-reach/
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22/10/2026 20:09 UTC
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22/10/2026 20:09 UTC
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