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The rand stands on its own two feet

Moneyweb · 25 August 2026 at 19:30

Chantal Marx of FNB Wealth and Investments discusses the rand’s move below R16, supported by a weaker US dollar and stronger demand for SA assets.

She also examines JSE performance, higher oil prices, inflation and Northam Platinum’s planned asset sale.

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