Societe Generale says rand weakness resumes after SARB surprise

Societe Generale·24 Jul 2026·Read original

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Societe Generale analysts report that USD/ZAR has broken above a multi-month descending trend line and reclaimed its 200-day moving average, suggesting renewed upside momentum. The South African Reserve Bank surprised markets by holding rates at 7.0%.

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SARB held rates at 7.0%, surprising markets and weakening the rand, while USD/ZAR broke above trend line and 200-DMA, signaling renewed USD strength.

Societe Generale says rand weakness resumes after SARB surprise

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