These sanctions draw clear liability boundaries and nudge organizations towards stronger vetting without broad new regulations. A key risk to consider: If a US company unknowingly hires or pays a newly sanctioned contractor, the consequences can escalate quickly. OFAC violations are a strict liability, which means that intent does not matter, and civil fines can run up to significant amounts.
South Africa's equity market outlook is cautious, with key sectors facing declines amid deteriorating trade relations and potential disruptions from U.S. sanctions.