Sasol is currently facing market challenges due to various factors such as a stronger rand, fluctuations in oil prices, and declining refining margins.
These issues have resulted in downward revisions for the Natref refinery and expectations of reduced fuel sales volumes.
The company has also experienced operational challenges, including a decrease in saleable mining production and the need for increased external coal purchases.
On the other hand, there is some positive news in Mozambique, where gas production has increased despite facility shutdowns.
However, South African chemical sales revenue has declined due to lower sales volumes.
Sasol is taking strategic measures to address these challenges, including cost and capital management and operational improvements.
Analysts have a cautiously optimistic outlook for the company, but the technical view of Sasol's share price indicates potential challenges.
The share price has broken through key support levels, which may lead to further declines.
Traders are advised to consider a stop-loss measure slightly below the support level.
Sasol's future trajectory will depend on how it addresses operational challenges and performs in the market.