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Rand Loses Steam After Yesterday's Rally

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Spot USD/ZAR has edged higher and last deals at 18.8490, with the rand losing shine after yesterday's bull run. Technically, a break above Feb 5 high of 19.1066 would bring Jan 22 high of 19.2180 into view. Bears look for a dip through Feb 2 low of 18.5578 towards Dec 15 low of 18.1092.

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