Trump foreign policy Archives

January 5, 2026

South African Rand Holds Steady Amid Venezuela Tensions

The South African rand held steady in early trade on Monday as investors weighed the fallout from U.S. military action in Venezuela. At 0657 GMT, the rand traded at 16.5050 against the

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January 5, 2026

Oil Prices Drop Despite Venezuela Political Turmoil

Oil prices fell on Monday. Abundant global supply outweighed fears from the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Brent crude futures dropped 50 cents (0.8%) to $60.26 a barrel by 0752