Weak rand
Economist explains why SA’s rand is weak
Chief Economist at Econometrix Dr Azar Jammine explains the combination of factors that have led to a weak currency.
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SA on track to meet revenue and fiscal targets - Treasury
South Africa will achieve strict consolidation targets set out in the budget, the Treasury said yesterday.
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Fuel price drop restricted by weak rand
Little change is expected for the petrol, while the price of diesel’s expected to drop by 73 to 75 cents/l.
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Asian shares resume slide on fears over Chinese economy
Asian stocks looked vulnerable to another sell-off on Tuesday
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Rand weakens, bonds pare gains after budget
The rand was trading 0,37 percent weaker at 11,5145 to the dollar.
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Rand slumps to two month low
The currecy fell more than 1% to its weakest in two months against the dollar on Monday.
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Rand hits four-and-a-half year low
The rand has been weakening steadily over the last week.
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Rand hits three-week low
The local currency has lost 22 percent of its value against the US dollar this year.
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Investec posts slight drop in earnings
The company says a weaker rand played a significant role in its profit slump.
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Weak rand may 'dampen' Christmas
Consumers will need to tighten their belts while spending this festive season.
