Exotic currencies and commodity currencies in FX trading
With much of the world's gold and platinum coming from South Africa, it is no surprise that rand relies heavily upon exports of the precious metals to support its currency.
Forex trading strategy should consider volatility when trading with such currencies as the South African rand. The rand is an interesting case, since it is both an exotic currency and a one of the commodity currencies.
South African rand
The South African rand is not traded as often, since it comes from a developing nation. This means that the rand is rather volatile, and that it can change direction quickly.
Another important thing to remember about the South African rand is that it is among the commodity currencies. With much of the world's gold and platinum coming from South Africa, it is no surprise that rand relies heavily upon exports of the precious metals to support its currency.
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