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2026.02.0913:26:04UTC+00South African Rand Strengthens

The South African rand firmed modestly, trading just below 16 per USD, supported by higher precious metal prices and a softer US dollar. Gold, one of South Africa’s key exports, rose above $5,000 an ounce, bolstering demand for commodity-linked currencies. The rand has recently been subject to elevated volatility, largely reflecting sharp moves in precious metal prices amid geopolitical tensions and speculative trading.

At the same time, domestic fundamentals remain broadly supportive. The South African Reserve Bank left the repo rate unchanged at 6.75%, reinforcing confidence in the new 3% inflation target. Investor sentiment has also been underpinned by the perceived stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU) coalition and ongoing structural reforms in the energy and logistics sectors.

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