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Discover key economic and financial metrics, and what to look out for in the week ahead.

With robust mining and manufacturing sectors, Southern African countries are considered the most industrialised in Sub – Saharan Africa. Therefore, the impact on regional economies as a result of Covid-19 has varied depending on the prevalent sectors in each economy. For example, as global economic growth stalls, demand for safe-haven assets such as gold has surged and has greatly benefited gold traders in South Africa. Whilst as prices of copper and diamonds have trended down, Zambia and Botswana’s economies have struggled respectively. On a more positive note, with most regional economies being net oil importers, the rapid fall in oil prices is likely to ease the pressure on many economies.  

The thought of one day growing up to an age where you could require full time care assistance does leave you contemplating on later life. A quick look at the UK’s demographic trends has shown that the over 65 population has been rising, with technology and extensive medical advances providing the ideal environment to live longer.  And this is projected to continue. 

A summary of the latest news and issues affecting rural landowners and businesses brought to you by Knight Frank.

Barbecues, business confidence and a deep dive into Asian property

In November, Liam Bailey, Partner and Global Head of Research at Knight Frank and Andrew Shirley, Partner and Editor of the Wealth Report, spoke to Infinite Global about how the Wealth Report came into being and what it takes to produce a leading piece of thought-leadership and market intelligence, year on year. Click below to listen to the podcast.

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Despite the pandemic’s impact on workplace strategies and overall office occupancy, the tech sector has been the pillar for leasing demand across the Asia Pacific region in 2020 and 2021.

London’s outer boroughs continue to see stronger price growth than central London zones, with buyers still gravitating towards more spacious properties.

Shishir Baijal, Chairman and Managing Director of Knight Frank India, discusses India outlook for 2023 and offers advice on how to pivot towards opportunities.