It’s all aboard the Trumplomacy bus, as President Trump offered China an olive branch yesterday, renewing hope that a ‘trade ‘war’ could be avoided……..
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Are things ‘back on the bus’ now with Trump?
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The rand strengthened overnight
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The rand strengthened overnight as the dollar weakened amidst peace talks between the North and South Korean leaders.
Risk-on sentiment prevailed as a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula looks likely in the near future (no doubt president Trump…….
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Spike in “Black gold” rally stirs inflation fears.
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The recent spike in oil prices could fuel global inflationary pressures, which has bolstered the USD to a 2 week high.
Rising US bond yields and easing concerns over geopolitical risks has also positively weighed on the greenback ……..
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Z-Day has arrived for Rand!
The countdown has begun as Zuma’s days as President appear to be numbered with the ANC NEC meeting later today.
After the long wait and numerous speculation “Patience” is still key. USD/ZAR opens below 12/$ as EM Markets remain strong regardless of the volatility in global stock markets.
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