The JSE was firmer on Wednesday morning, due to strong performances from local retailers and Naspers, while miners were under pressure. Caution prevails in the market ahead of a busy day in terms of political and economic news. The main events include US inflation data, a European Central Bank (ECB) policy announcement, US Federal Reserve minutes and an EU summit that will address Brexit.

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