The Democratic Party in the United States has asked the administration of President Donald Trump to put pressure on China to reduce what it described as “structural overproduction,” essentially calling …
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Rand Edges Up as South African Parliament Prepares Budget Vote.
The South African rand opened slightly stronger on Wednesday morning as anticipation built around a crucial parliamentary vote on key budget legislation that could shape investor confidence and influence local …
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Dollar Weakens Ahead of Key U.S.-China Trade Talks in London
The U.S. dollar fell against all major global currencies on Monday as market optimism sparked by a strong American jobs report was quickly overtaken by investor caution ahead of high-stakes …
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Rand Slips Ahead of Manufacturing Data as Analysts Watch Power, Ports, and Global Signals
The South African rand lost a bit of ground in early trading on Thursday, May 8, as traders waited for the country’s latest manufacturing output figures. According to market data, …
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South African Markets Watch: Key Events Shaping Trading on May 8
The South African financial market is facing several important developments that may affect investor decisions and overall market direction on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Economic data from home and abroad, …