South Africa's gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0,4% in the second quarter of 2024. This follows a 0,0% growth in the first quarter of 2024. The finance, real estate and business services industry increased by 1,3%, contributing 0,3 of a percentage point to the GDP growth. Increased economic activities were reported for financial intermediation, auxiliary activities, real estate activities and other business services. Here is the Chief Director for National Accounts at Stats SA, Bokang Vumbukani-Lepolesa