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The rand weakened during thin year-end trading as the dollar stayed near its two-year high, supported by high Treasury yields and cautious Fed rate-cut projections for 2025. US equity markets rose on tech strength in light trading.
South Africa secured favorable African Growth and Opportunity Act trade status for 2025.
A firmer dollar raises the local cost of dollar-priced feed imports for South African buyers. The move reflects general currency conditions rather than a change in grain supply.
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