July 11th, 2014
By Ricky Bean
The South African rand finally strengthened on Tuesday, ending a week-long slide triggered by a walk-out of metal workers as they disputed over pay. News emerged...
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July 10th, 2014
By Ricky Bean
Global fashion brands are feeling the brunt of unfavourable exchange rates. Spanish retail group Inditex – owner of brands like Zara and Massimo Dutti – recently...
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July 9th, 2014
By Ricky Bean
Sterling has been going from strength to strength in 2014. However, analysts are starting to question if this bubble will burst, leaving the currency slightly deflated....
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July 9th, 2014
By Ricky Bean
Sterling ceded ground yesterday as manufacturing production figures showed output throughout May shrank for the first time since October 2013. Following last...
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July 9th, 2014
By Ricky Bean
German Trade Balance data came out better than expected yesterday, showing a greater difference in the value between exported and imported goods than was forecast....
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