Weakening 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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Asian shares resume slide on fears over Chinese economy
Asian stocks looked vulnerable to another sell-off on Tuesday
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Rand flat, market lacks drivers
At 1555 GMT the local unit traded at 10,6925 against the greenback.
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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, govt bonds retreat
The rand fell to 10,3735 to the dollar at 1557 GMT, off a 10,3445 close in New York on Friday.
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Old Mutual profit growth flattens
The group performed well this year notwithstanding the volatility of the rand.
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Another petrol price hike on the cards
Economists say this is due to the weakening rand and an increase in the price of oil.
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Economic growth brings dignity - Motlanthe
Kgalema Motlanthe says government continues to foster economic growth & innovation.
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Sarb announces interest rate hike
The move takes the repo rate to 5,5 percent and the prime lending rate to nine percent.
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Weak rand may increase inflation
Experts say strikes in the mining sector have contributed to the currency's weakness.
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Concerns grow as rand hits 5-year low
The currency stabilised in afternoon trading but remained well over the 11 mark.
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Tough times predicted for SA economy
Economists say a weaker rand will result in higher fuel and food prices.
