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Rand Breaches 17 Per Dollar for First Time Since February 2023
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The South African rand has strengthened below 17 per dollar for the first time since February 2023, driven by the government's decision to adopt a lower inflation target. This move indicates that interest rates might remain elevated for an extended period, which could support the currency further.
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The rand strengthened below 17 per dollar for the first time since February 2023 after the government adopted a lower inflation target, suggesting interest rates may stay higher for longer than previously anticipated.
Original article published by
Bloomberg
on November 13, 2025.
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