South Africa’s net international investment position (IIP) saw a decline in the third quarter of 2024. The positive net IIP dropped from R2,050 billion at the end of June to R1,924 billion by the end of September. This decrease was due to a larger increase in foreign liabilities compared to foreign assets.
South Africa’s net international investment position decreases in Q3 2024
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