Daily Wrap May 8th 2017 Commentary by Justin Lodewyk Global markets will again shift focus to the US Fed following Macron’s victory in the French elections. Pro EU Macron’s victory eases fears of a Frexit as he becomes France’s youngest Read more…
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Vive la France, viva Commentary by Gareth Frye Centralist candidate Emmanuel Macron will face Far-right leader Marine Le Pen in the run-off for the French Presidency on May 7th. Yesterday’s first round results were a big win for markets, with Read more…
Foreign investors back with a bang! Commentary by Niel Lubbe The rand strengthened yesterday as foreign investors returned to SA’s bond market (pumping in nearly R2b). The local unit opens at 13.15/$, but could lose some ground this morning after Read more…
Rand taking it easy Commentary by Niel Lubbe The rand remains steady this morning after trading in one of the narrowest ranges seen for some time (only moving 12c yesterday). The local unit could be in a new post-downgrade trading Read more…
World Trade to recover in 2017 [By FTW Online] Growth in the volume of world merchandise trade is expected to rebound this year from its tepid performance in 2016, but only if the global economy recovers as expected and governments Read more…
13 April 2017 Commentary by Niel Lubbe The rand gained over 2.7% yesterday after President Trump surprised markets with his latest flippy-floppy comments. The local unit smashed through the 13.70/$ support level and opens at 13.42/$ (strongest level this month). Read more…
Resilient rand 12 April 2017 Commentary by Niel Lubbe The rand is fighting back despite the strong dollar, after local political chaos seems to have quietened down – for now. The local unit opened at 13.80/$ and will now be Read more…
Daigon Clearing Agent April 11, 2016 at 7:56am · What is the Difference Between a Freight Forwarder and a Customs Clearing Agent? When you have to import or export goods to or from any country, you are going to need Read more…
Another downgrade 10 April 2017 Commentary by Justin Lodewyk Credit ratings agency Fitch joined Standard and Poor’s decision to downgrade South Africa’s investment credit rating on Friday. Markets had little to no reaction on the news, partly because the downgrade Read more…
By FTW Online The port of Luanda was highlighted as showing the biggest improvement in productivity for developing countries. It is becoming easier to do business in Africa – but the challenges that remain still make the effort and risks Read more…