South African rand slumps after Trump's tariff threat on BRICS-aligned countries

South African rand slumps after Trump's tariff threat on BRICS-aligned countries

South Africa's rand fell on Monday as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose additional tariffs on BRICS-aligned countries, while also awaiting updates on country-specific levies ahead of Washington's looming July 9 deadline.

Unions, industry, opposition parties slam US tariffs on SA goods

By Johnathan Paoli South Africa is facing a deepening economic crisis following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping 30% import tariffs on South African goods, effective 1 August. The move has triggered an outcry from unions, industry bodies, and opposition parties, who warn of devastating consequences for jobs, trade, and investor confidence. The tariffs are widely seen as a signal of the impending collapse of the African Grow…

Trump imposes 30% tariff on South African exports

US President Donald Trump has announced a staggering 30% tariff on all goods exported from South Africa to the United States in a move that has sent ripples across South Africa’s export economy, Cape {town} Etc reports. The new tariffs, which will take effect on 1 August 2025, are part of a larger strategy aimed at recalibrating economic relations with several countries, including South Korea and Japan, which are facing a hike of 25%. In a lette…

South Africa's rand slumps after Trump's BRICS tariff warning

South African rand has taken a hit after President Donald Trump threatened to impose additional tariffs on BRICS-aligned The post South Africa’s rand slumps after Trump’s BRICS tariff warning appeared first on National Accord Newspaper.

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