Market Watcher: Dollar strength wreaks havoc

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Gary Booysen of Rand Swiss discusses the day's market developments with the dollar impacting most corners today, the local currency, China's stimulus announcement boosting its markets, a surprise trade surplus figure, an update from Spar, and expectations for the rest of the week.

30 Sep 2024 1PM English South Africa Business · News

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