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ZAR to USD 2025 Forecasts

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

 

Recent analysis indicates that the South African Rand (ZAR) to US Dollar (USD) exchange rate is influenced by a mix of domestic and international factors. The USD recently strengthened, bolstered by positive US jobs data that exceeded market forecasts, with non-farm payrolls rising to 147,000 in June. This has provided a supportive backdrop for the dollar amid a strengthening jobs market and reduced unemployment rates. However, with US markets observing a holiday, activity levels may decrease temporarily.

On the South African front, recent developments are concerning. The US government has imposed a 30% tariff on South African goods, a move that could significantly impact the country’s trade balance and investor sentiment. Given South Africa's reliance on foreign investment to manage its considerable budget and current account deficits, this adds pressure to the ZAR.

The ZAR is currently experiencing heightened volatility, recently trading at 90-day highs near 0.057098, which is approximately 4.1% above its three-month average. The currency has fluctuated within a substantial 12.9% range, indicating the challenges it faces in a turbulent global market environment. Analysts suggest that the combination of local economic concerns and external pressures, such as ongoing geopolitical tensions and global investor sentiment, could further influence the ZAR's performance against the USD.

Expectations surrounding the USD remain robust, supported by the overall economic outlook and the Federal Reserve's policies on interest rates. Future strength in the dollar may also be stimulated by ongoing geopolitical uncertainties that continue to reinforce its safe-haven status. As such, businesses and individuals engaged in international transactions may want to keep a close eye on these developments to make more informed decisions regarding currency conversion and risk management.

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ZAR to USD Market Data

South African rand (ZAR) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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ZAR to USD at 0.056390 is 2.2% above its 3-month average of 0.055201, having traded in a fairly volatile 9.2% range from 0.052277 to 0.057070
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Compare & Save - South African rand to US dollar

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare South African rand (ZAR) to US dollar (USD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

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Will the South African rand rise against the US dollar?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the South African rand vs US dollar current value is to look the ZAR/USD historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the ZAR to USD exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateZAR/USDPeriod
21 Jun 2025
0.0556
2 Week
06 Apr 2025
0.0518
3 Month
05 Jul 2024
0.0550
1 Year
06 Jul 2020
0.0589
5 Year
08 Jul 2015
0.0797
10 Year
10 Jul 2005
0.1451
20 Year
ZAR/USD historic rates

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more