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flag South Africa’s rand strengthens to near 2023 highs on rising gold prices and improved investor confidence.

flag The South African rand rose 0.2% to 16.84 per dollar, nearing its strongest level since 2023, boosted by higher gold prices near a seven-week high and improved risk sentiment. flag As a major gold producer, South Africa benefits from stronger bullion markets, which support mining revenues and currency strength. flag Traders await December 17 inflation data, with economists expecting headline inflation to hold steady at 3.6% annually, following the central bank’s recent reduction of its inflation target to 3%. flag The Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s Top-40 index gained 1.8%, and bond yields declined, reflecting stronger investor confidence.

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