11/08/2026
Global markets started the week on a slightly firmer footing 📈, with global equities edging higher while oil prices remained elevated as investors continued to watch developments around the Strait of Hormuz. Markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments and their potential impact on energy prices, inflation and global growth.
Closer to home 🇿🇦, South Africa is feeling the effects of a powerful winter weather system, with snowfall ❄️, heavy rain and damaging winds affecting parts of the country. Meanwhile, there was some positive news on the investment front, with South Africa’s recent energy mission to China attracting interest from six major Chinese energy equipment manufacturers, as the country looks to unlock further investment in its energy infrastructure.
As always, headlines and short-term events will continue to move markets, but long-term financial success is built on staying invested, remaining diversified, and keeping your focus firmly on your long-term goals.
💵 USD/ZAR: 16.19
💷 GBP/ZAR: 21.88
💶 EUR/ZAR: 18.69
🥇 Gold ($): 4,330.62
⚪ Platinum ($): 1,730.35
🛢️ Brent Crude ($): 86.22
📈 All Share: 1.46% YTD
📉 S&P500: 13.3% YTD
📊 FTSE: 9.05% YTD
🌍 ACWI: 13.29% YTD
🌐 EM: 16.34% YTD
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