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South African rand gains as stronger gold prices offset global market caution

The South African rand strengthened modestly in early trading on Friday, supported by rising gold prices as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the release of key U.S. employment data expected to influence global interest rate expectations. The currency's advance reflects the close relationship......

US private sector job growth slows sharply in July, raising focus on labor market outlook

The US labor market showed further signs of slowing in July after private-sector hiring expanded at a much weaker pace than expected, reinforcing investor attention on upcoming official employment data and the broader outlook for the American economy. According to the latest ADP National Employment......

Dollar Drops Amid Reports of Narrower Tariffs Under Trump

LONDON, Jan 6 – The dollar fell by 1% on Monday following a report suggesting that President-elect Donald Trump might implement tariffs targeting only critical imports, offering potential relief to countries bracing for more extensive levies. Reports indicated that Trump's team was considering......