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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – Rand Volatility, Interest rate Discussions, USD Losing Strength

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💹 Major Currency Snapshot: USDZAR: 19.54EURZAR: 21.86GBPZAR: 25.31 Introduction: Amidst fluctuating global markets, United States President Donald Trump implemented and subsequently paused reciprocal tariffs, creating both turmoil and opportunities for trade partners like South Africa. South Africa now faces a critical 90-day window to negotiate a better tariff deal with the US, particularly concerning its […]

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – ZAR Takes a breather, Trump Tariff pause, China Not Exempt

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💹 Major Currency Snapshot: USDZAR: 19.27EURZAR: 21.14GBPZAR: 24.78 Introduction: On Thursday, markets experienced a mix of reactions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a temporary pause on tariffs for many countries while simultaneously increasing tariffs on China. This development came after a period of significant market volatility triggered by escalating trade tensions and the

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – Rand Hits New Low, DA and EFF Team up To Fight VAT Hike and Budget, Trump Tariffs Trade War

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💹 Major Currency Snapshot: USDZAR: 19.78EURZAR: 21.83GBPZAR: 25.25 Introduction: Significant economic and political developments, both domestically in South Africa and internationally. In South Africa, the adoption of a new fiscal framework including a VAT increase has been met with legal challenges and has strained the recently formed Government of National Unity. Simultaneously, the global economic

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – Inflation Fears, Trump Tariff Kicks In, Global Sell Off

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💹 Major Currency Snapshot: USDZAR: 19.68EURZAR: 21.75GBPZAR: 25.21 Introduction: Amid a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, partly fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff proposals, the South African Reserve Bank is maintaining elevated interest rates to safeguard the rand and address local inflation. The rand’s performance has been volatile, influenced by both domestic political developments

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – GNU Reset, China Standing firm on Trump Tariff, Dead cat bounce?

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Recent decisions by the US to increase tariffs on its trading partners have prompted significant responses globally. For South Africa, this has necessitated an urgent need to diversify its agricultural export destinations. Simultaneously, South Africa is also grappling with internal financial matters, including discussions around a proposed VAT increase within its government. Here are the

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – GNU And The DA, Trump Tariff Havoc, CEO of JP Morgan chimes In

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Two significant and interconnected global issues: the economic consequences of U.S. President Donald Trump’s recently announced trade tariffs and the ensuing market instability, and the political turmoil within South Africa’s government of national unity (GNU), particularly the potential exit of the Democratic Alliance (DA) Here are the key takeaways: If you have foreign exchange obligations,

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – JSE Ends March Higher On The Back of Gold, Economists weigh in on Tariffs, Fake Trump Tariff News Sends Market In A Swing

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Tariffs on global markets, triggering substantial stock market volatility and raising concerns about a potential global recession. This policy shift has also led to retaliatory measures from countries like China and is affecting the performance of various national economies and currencies, including South Africa’s. Here are the key takeaways: Is your business prepared for the

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – BRICS Business Councel Leader Proposes US Deal, GNU And Business, Market sell off – (07-04-2025 – Morning)

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South Africa is currently navigating a complex landscape marked by internal political tensions within its Government of National Unity (GNU) and external pressures arising from new US tariffs. Discussions are underway regarding the future of the ANC’s power-sharing agreement with the DA due to disagreements on key policy decisions, while new trade barriers imposed by

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – Rand, South Africa Responds to Tariffs, Global sell off

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Discussing recent trade actions by the United States under President Donald Trump, specifically the imposition of new tariffs on imports, including a significant 30% tariff on South Africa. This action has prompted a cautious response from the South African government, which is prioritizing engagement with the US rather than immediately imposing reciprocal tariffs. These developments

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PFS Market Sentiment Podcast – Tariff Retaliation, South African Rand, Inflation

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Significant global repercussions of President Donald Trump’s newly announced tariffs, which sparked fears of trade wars and steep price increases. These measures triggered negative reactions from global markets and condemnation from international leaders, who worried about the end of trade liberalization. The potential economic fallout, including impacts on inflation, GDP growth, specific industries, and international

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