BizNews Daybreak Tues 6 Jan 2026: Latest on Venezuela Crisis; panicking autocrats; oil stocks, Rand stronger

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In today’s episode:
The Venezuela Crisis: The latest from Bloomberg, historian Niall Ferguson argues Trump’s intervention was telegraphed months ago, while the FT provides critical context on the situation.
Global Markets: Bitcoin hits $93,800, Gold holds near $4,500, and US oil stocks react strongly.
Local Movers: The Rand strengthens to R16.32. On the JSE, Lewis hits a new high while Arcelor Mittal drops to a trough.
Tech Watch: Updates on Nvidia and the overnight action on Wall Street.
5 Jan 11PM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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