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    GBP to ZAR 2025 Forecasts

    Analysis of recent sterling → rand forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest British pound to South African rand performance and trends.

     

    Forecasts for GBP to ZAR

     

    Recent forecasts regarding the GBP to ZAR exchange rate highlight a landscape influenced by political tensions, tariff announcements, and market volatility. The British pound (GBP) is facing downward pressure following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 10% tariff on imports from the UK, part of a broader trade conflict. This move is expected to impact investor sentiment, potentially undermining GBP values as concerns over trade relationships take center stage.

    As the pound experiences profit-taking and market correction, analysts noted that it slipped against a majority of its counterparts, particularly after the gains from a stronger GDP report earlier in the week. An upcoming UK-EU summit, which aims to discuss security and defense agreements alongside trading relationships, may leave GBP investors feeling cautious. If progress is limited on trade discussions, GBP could face further downward momentum.

    The performance of the GBP is closely tied to several factors, including monetary policy set by the Bank of England (BoE) and geopolitical dynamics, particularly post-Brexit uncertainties. With the pound currently trading at 24.02 ZAR, it sits just below its three-month average, with fluctuations between a range of 23.19 to 25.25 ZAR. Economists anticipate that the currency’s volatility will continue, particularly as the market reacts to both domestic and international developments.

    In parallel, the South African rand (ZAR) is affected by global market sentiment, largely due to its dependency on foreign investment to address its current account deficit. A recent 30% tariff on goods from South Africa, also announced by Trump, compounds these pressures. The rand’s performance may be further influenced by significant movements in the price of Brent Crude oil, which is integral to the South African economy. Currently, oil is priced at 65.52 USD, 4.5% below its three-month average, undergoing fluctuations in a 27.3% range.

    In summary, the exchange rate forecasts for GBP to ZAR indicate potential challenges ahead for the pound, as trade tensions simmer and investor confidence fluctuates. Market observers should closely monitor ongoing developments in both the UK and globally, as these factors will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of this currency pair in the coming weeks.

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    GBP to ZAR Market Data

    British pound (GBP) to South African rand (ZAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

     
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    +0.3%
    30d-lows
    GBP to ZAR at 24.02 is just below its 3-month average, having traded in a fairly volatile 8.9% range from 23.19 to 25.25
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    DateGBP/ZARChangePeriod
    05 May 2025
    24.28
    1.1% 2 Week
    18 Feb 2025
    23.23
    3.4% 3 Month
    19 May 2024
    23.08
    4.1% 1 Year
    20 May 2020
    21.94
    9.5% 5 Year
    22 May 2015
    18.40
    30.5% 10 Year
    24 May 2005
    11.96
    100.8% 20 Year
    GBP/ZAR historic rates & change to 19-May-2025
     

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