South African rand extends gains after inflation slows
The South African rand strengthened nearly 2% against the U.S. dollar after July inflation data came in lower than expected and the dollar weakened.
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The South African rand strengthened nearly 2% against the U.S. dollar after July inflation data came in lower than expected and the dollar weakened.