The rand strengthened as easing US-Iran tensions boosted global risk appetite and lowered pressure from rising oil prices.

The rand strengthened to its firmest level in weeks as hopes of a US-Iran breakthrough pushed oil prices below $100 a barrel, improving market sentiment and boosting expectations…

Rising oil prices and renewed tension around the Strait of Hormuz are increasing pressure on the rand as traders watch inflation and global risk sentiment.

The rand strengthened as easing US-Iran tensions boosted global risk appetite and lowered pressure from rising oil prices.

South African traders are closely watching USD/ZAR as inflation risks, oil prices and SARB policy expectations keep the rand under pressure.