South African Rand Rises on Weaker Dollar
The South African rand strengthened alongside local bonds and equities as a weaker dollar and higher gold prices provided support. Investors now await the upcoming US jobs report.
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The South Africa rand rose 0.3% against the greenback during Thursday afternoon trading, supported by a softer dollar and higher bullion prices. The currency change comes as investors look ahead to crucial labor market data from the United States. The dollar index dipped 0.6% against a basket of currencies, easing pressure across emerging markets.
