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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.

 

The recent performance of the South African Rand (ZAR) against the US Dollar (USD) has been influenced by a mix of global sentiment, economic data, and trade relations. Analysts note that the USD has been relatively muted as a risk-positive market sentiment has diminished its typical safe-haven appeal. The interplay between economic indicators, such as the recent promising S&P services PMI and the expected decline in US durable goods orders, has created a mixed outlook for the dollar.

On the trade front, the introduction of a 30% reciprocal tariff on South African goods by the US could exacerbate the vulnerabilities of the ZAR. South Africa is heavily reliant on foreign investment to sustain its budget and current account deficits, making it particularly sensitive to shifts in global investor sentiment. Currency experts highlight that such tariffs could undermine South Africa's economic growth prospects, inherently weighing on the ZAR.

The current ZAR to USD exchange rate is sitting near 0.056290, which is close to recent seven-day lows but still about 1.0% above the three-month average of 0.055726. The pair has exhibited relative stability within a 6.9% range, trading between 0.053408 and 0.057070 in recent weeks. This level of stability may reflect a waiting approach from traders and investors as they assess the potential impacts of forthcoming economic data and geopolitical developments.

Looking ahead, the ZAR's performance will likely continue to be shaped by external economic factors, particularly those emanating from the US, as well as local fiscal policies. Observers caution that ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and fluctuating economic indicators will play a critical role in determining the direction of the exchange rate in the near term. Therefore, businesses and individuals conducting international transactions should stay informed and consider these factors in their financial planning.

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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 is at 60-day lows near 0.054872, 1.7% below its 3-month average of 0.05583, having traded in a quite stable 5.0% range from 0.054366 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
13 Jul 2025
0.0557
2 Week
28 Apr 2025
0.0540
3 Month
27 Jul 2024
0.0547
1 Year
28 Jul 2020
0.0606
5 Year
30 Jul 2015
0.0789
10 Year
01 Aug 2005
0.1530
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