USDZAR (USDZAR) News
Track canonical SquawkNews coverage tagged to USDZAR, USDZAR. This hub brings together deduplicated headlines about market instrument, markets catalysts, earnings, analyst actions, and wider market events so traders can review how a developing story changed over time. It contains 49 indexed stories across 30 publication days and is ordered by the same first-publication timeline used by LiveCast.
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South African rand heads for fourth weekly loss as dollar strengthens
The South African rand was set for a weekly loss of nearly 2% on Friday, pressured by a stronger dollar and rising global bond yields as investors reduced exposure to riskier assets.
FX | Oct 02, 2026, 09:11 AM UTC
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EM stocks set for quarterly losses; Turkey selloff deepens
By Utkarsh HathiEmerging market stocks were marginally up on Wednesday, but were headed for quarterly losses, while a selloff in Turkish stocks deepened in the wake of the country's biggest-ever fund crisis.An index trac
NEWS | Sep 30, 2026, 10:46 AM UTC
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South African rand edges up ahead of month-end economic data
The South African rand edged up in early trade on Wednesday ahead of a batch of month-end domestic economic data that could provide fresh signals on the health of Africa's largest economy.
NEWS | Sep 30, 2026, 07:22 AM UTC
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South African rand steady as markets weigh mixed economic data
The South African rand was little changed on Tuesday as investors weighed lower oil prices, higher gold prices and domestic economic data for clues about the health of Africa's largest economy.($1 = 16.3922 rand)
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 01:22 PM UTC
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South African rand extends losses before local economic releases
The South African rand extended the previous session's losses in early trade on Tuesday as higher oil prices weighed on sentiment, while investors waited for domestic economic data for clues on the health of Africa's lar
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 06:41 AM UTC
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EM assets weaken as Iran impasse lifts oil and curbs risk appetite
By Utkarsh HathiEmerging-market stocks fell to a one-week low on Monday, as a stalemate in US-Iran talks pushed oil prices higher and curbed risk appetite, while currencies traded mixed against the dollar at the start of
COMMODITIES | Sep 28, 2026, 09:59 AM UTC
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South African rand slips as US-Iran stalemate pushes oil prices higher
The South African rand slipped half a percent in early trade on Monday as the US-Iran standoff continued to drive oil prices higher, weighing on risk-sensitive currencies in oil-importing economies.
COMMODITIES | Sep 28, 2026, 07:52 AM UTC
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EM assets set for weekly gains as investors weigh Fed hike, geopolitical tensions
By Utkarsh HathiEmerging market assets were heading for weekly gains as investors balanced expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes and geopolitical tensions against a busy week of economic data and central ban
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC
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South African rand softens as markets absorb central bank rate hike
The South African rand softened in early trade on Friday as markets digested the central bank's interest rate hike, while growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated weighed on the ris
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 06:23 AM UTC
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EM currencies, stocks fall as Fed hike bets, oil prices weigh
By Utkarsh HathiAn index of emerging market currencies headed for its steepest daily drop in six months on Thursday, while stocks also came under pressure as firmer oil prices and expectations of further Federal Reserve
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 24, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC
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South African rand falls as rate hike, higher inflation cloud outlook
The South African rand fell on Wednesday after the central bank raised its key interest rate, saying the move was needed to steer inflation back toward its 3% target, while data showed headline inflation edged higher in
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 04:46 PM UTC
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South African rand muted ahead of inflation data, expected rate hike
The South African rand was muted in early trade on Wednesday as investors awaited inflation data and a monetary policy decision later in the day, with the central bank widely expected to raise interest rates.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC
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South African rand subdued; investors await US-Iran talks
USDZAR was subdued in early trade as investors awaited potential US-Iran talks and upcoming domestic inflation data and the central bank policy decision later this week.
FX | Sep 22, 2026, 07:22 AM UTC
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Rand holds steady ahead of South Africa inflation, rate decision
The rand was steady as investors focused on next week’s inflation data and the central bank’s monetary policy meeting, widely expected to raise interest rates.
MACRO | Sep 18, 2026, 07:29 AM UTC
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Turkish stocks rebound; regulators aim to soothe liquidity fears
Turkish equities steadied after a sharp selloff as policymakers moved to calm investors over liquidity concerns tied to new fund regulations, while emerging-market currencies clawed back against the dollar.
MACRO | Sep 17, 2026, 10:32 AM UTC
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South African rand firms as commodities stabilize after Fed signals
The rand strengthened in early trading Thursday, supported by stable commodity prices after the U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates and indicated further tightening may follow.
FX | Sep 17, 2026, 08:18 AM UTC
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South African rand steadies as gold firms
The South African rand was steady in early trade on Wednesday after recovering some losses from the previous two sessions, supported by gold prices returning above the $4,300-per-ounce level.
FX | Sep 16, 2026, 08:28 AM UTC
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South African rand slides as oil price surge pressures emerging market currencies
South Africa's rand weakened against the dollar on Tuesday as a stronger greenback, high energy prices, and softer precious metals heightened concerns over inflation and a wider import bill.
COMMODITIES | Sep 15, 2026, 08:39 AM UTC
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South African rand falls over 1% on oil jump and Fed wait
The South African rand weakened sharply on Monday as renewed Middle East supply disruptions lifted oil prices, while investors looked ahead to the Fed policy meeting for rate outlook clues.
FX | Sep 14, 2026, 01:43 PM UTC
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South African rand slips as dollar and oil outweigh mixed data
The South African rand weakened on Thursday, with a stronger dollar and higher oil prices weighing on the currency. Investors also assessed a slew of domestic economic data that came in a mixed picture.
FX | Sep 10, 2026, 01:20 PM UTC
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South African rand gains before key economic readings
The South African rand edged up in early trade on Thursday ahead of the release of domestic manufacturing, current account and mining figures, while traders also awaited U.S. inflation data that could shape the Federal R
MACRO | Sep 10, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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South African rand holds steady as traders await domestic news
The South African rand held steady against a weak dollar in early trade on Wednesday as investors avoided taking large positions ahead of domestic economic data that could offer further clues on the health of Africa's la
FX | Sep 09, 2026, 07:17 AM UTC
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South African rand holds steady as traders shrug off contraction
The South African rand held steady Tuesday after a second-quarter economic contraction—the first in almost two years—linked to weakness in domestic demand and softer mining and manufacturing sectors amid the Iran war imp
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 08, 2026, 01:14 PM UTC
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South African rand weakens before expected Q2 GDP contraction
The South African rand weakened in early Tuesday trade as investors awaited second-quarter GDP data expected to show the economy contracted.
MACRO | Sep 08, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC
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South African rand subdued ahead of key economic releases this week
The South African rand was subdued in early trade on Monday, as investors awaited a raft of economic data this week, including gross domestic product, current account, mining and manufacturing figures, for clues on the h
MACRO | Sep 07, 2026, 07:07 AM UTC
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South African rand steadies ahead of U.S. jobs data
South African rand was muted in early trade Friday as markets awaited U.S. jobs data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 04, 2026, 06:37 AM UTC
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Rand edges up as dollar weakens and gold prices rise
The South African rand edged up Thursday, supported by a weaker dollar and firmer gold prices, as investors looked ahead to a closely watched U.S. jobs report for signals on the Federal Reserve’s next policy moves.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 03:02 PM UTC
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South African rand edges little changed as PMI data awaited
South African rand was little changed early Thursday as a weaker dollar offered support. Investors are awaiting the latest private-sector purchasing managers’ index (PMI) data for local business activity.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 06:51 AM UTC
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South African rand firms as dollar softens after US private jobs data
The South African rand strengthened on Wednesday as the dollar weakened following U.S. private payrolls data indicating slower job growth, supporting expectations for a more cautious Federal Reserve policy path.
EQUITY | Sep 02, 2026, 02:34 PM UTC
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South African rand steady as US jobs data awaited
The rand was steady in early trade as investors awaited U.S. jobs data. Escalating Middle East conflict pushed oil higher, renewing concerns about inflation and higher interest rates.
COMMODITIES | Sep 02, 2026, 06:23 AM UTC
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South African rand weakens as August manufacturing PMI deteriorates
The South African rand weakened on Tuesday after a purchasing managers’ index survey showed manufacturing sentiment deteriorated in August as business activity slumped.
MACRO | Sep 01, 2026, 01:15 PM UTC
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South African rand steady ahead of data
South African rand held steady ahead of factory activity and vehicle sales figures.
EQUITY | Sep 01, 2026, 06:02 AM UTC
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South African rand edges up as markets await Warsh's Jackson Hole speech
South African rand edges up as markets await Warsh's Jackson Hole speech
EQUITY | Aug 28, 2026, 07:07 AM UTC
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Rand holds steady after South African producer inflation data
South African rand held steady after producer inflation data.
EQUITY | Aug 27, 2026, 01:22 PM UTC
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South African rand steadies ahead of producer inflation data
The South African rand is steady ahead of producer inflation data.
EQUITY | Aug 27, 2026, 06:33 AM UTC
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South Africa May Electricity Production Y/Y: -9.0% v -9.0% prior
Electricity Consumption Y/Y: -4.3% v -5.0% prior Revisions: - Prior Electricity Production revised XXX from -9.0% to % - Prior Electricity Consumption revised XXX from -5.0% to %
EQUITY | Jul 02, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
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South Africa Jun Manufacturing PMI: 47.3 v 50.0e
(3rd month of expansion) (1st contraction in 3 months)
MACRO | Jul 01, 2026, 09:00 AM UTC
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South Africa Central Bank (SARB) Gov Kganyago: Inflation expectations have crept higher
South Africa Central Bank (SARB) Gov Kganyago: Inflation expectations have crept higher
CENTRAL_BANK | Jul 01, 2026, 08:20 AM UTC
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South Africa May Manufacturing PMI: 50.8 v 52.6e (2nd month of expansion)
New Orders: 44.6 v 52.6 prior - 6-month Business Conditions: 52.9 v 47.4 prior
MACRO | Jul 01, 2026, 03:23 AM UTC
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South Africa May Monthly Budget Balance (ZAR): -14.6B v -16.5Be
(ZA) South Africa May Monthly Budget Balance (ZAR): -14.6B v -16.5Be
EQUITY | Jun 30, 2026, 10:37 AM UTC
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South Africa sells total ZAR2.55B vs. ZAR2.55B indicated in 2033, 2038 and 2042 bonds
Sells ZAR850M in 2033 bonds; Clearing Yield: %; bid-to-cover: x - Sells ZAR850M in 2038 bonds; Clearing Yield: %; bid-to-cover: x - Sells ZAR850M in 2042 bonds; Clearing Yield: %; bid-to-cover: x
RATES | Jun 30, 2026, 09:14 AM UTC
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South Africa SARB Quarterly Bulletin
War in the Middle East has significantly impacted global and domestic financial markets as well as energy prices, it did not materially affect domestic real economic activity in the first quarter of 2026.
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 30, 2026, 08:10 AM UTC
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SAfrica Sells ZAR610M Bonds
South Africa sells a total of ZAR610M in inflation-linked bonds
EQUITY | Jun 26, 2026, 10:29 AM UTC
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ZA Pres: Won't Tolerate Destabilization
South Africa's President Ramaphosa warns against destabilization amid recent anti-immigration protests and threats of a national shutdown
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 25, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC
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ZA PPI Rises
South Africa's May PPI rises 2.6% month-over-month and 7.8% year-over-year
MACRO | Jun 25, 2026, 09:30 AM UTC
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SA Fin Min: Economy Resilient
South Africa's Finance Minister Godongwana says the domestic economy is showing resilience
EQUITY | Jun 24, 2026, 06:37 AM UTC
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SAfrica Sells ZAR2.55B Bonds
South Africa sells total ZAR2.55B in 2033, 2039 and 2042 bonds
EQUITY | Jun 23, 2026, 04:17 PM UTC
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ZA Leading Indicator: 118.9
South Africa's April leading indicator falls to 118.9 from revised 121.1 prior
EQUITY | Jun 23, 2026, 04:17 PM UTC
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ZA Consumer Confidence -19
South Africa's Q2 BER Consumer Confidence falls to -19 from -7 prior
EQUITY | Jun 23, 2026, 04:15 PM UTC