South African Rand: Can gains against US Dollar hold? – Societe Generale

USD/ZAR faces a key test as it retreats towards 16.37 after rebounding above the 200-DMA and touching an interim high near 16.75, according to Societe Generale’s analysis. With two attempts to reclaim the moving average having failed earlier this year, the bank emphasises that the pair needs to stay above it. A break below 16.37 would leave downside risks towards 16.27 and 16.15, it notes.

Can the rebound hold above the crucial 200-DMA?

"USD/ZAR extended its rebound after reclaiming the 200-DMA, reaching an interim high near 16.75."

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"A pullback is now taking shape, with the pair retracing towards the 200-DMA at 16.37. It will be important to observe whether USD/ZAR can maintain above this moving average."

"The previous two attempts to reclaim the 200-DMA failed earlier this year, underscoring its significance."

"If a break below 16.37 materializes, the pair may drift towards next supports at projections of 16.27 and 16.15."

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