# South African rand slips after U.S. data | Reuters

> The rand slipped against a stronger dollar on Tuesday after US data showed job openings above forecasts and firmer services activity. The rand traded at 18.635 per dollar, about 0.3% weaker than its previous close.

- Date: 2025-01-07 · published 2025-01-07T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: macro · region South Africa · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/26807-south-african-rand-slips-after-u-s-data-reuters
- Commodities: [South African Rand (ZAR per USD)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/USDZAR.md)

## Why it matters

Strong US data reduces the chance of Fed rate cuts, supporting the dollar and weighing on emerging-market currencies. The effect on feed prices is minor.

## Read by commodity

- USDZAR: bullish ▲

## Sources

- reuters.com: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-african-rand-claws-back-trump-tariff-debate-weakens-dollar-2025-01-07/

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