The JSE was lower on Thursday after gaining for six consecutive trading days, while global markets cheered more progress in the US-China trade war. 

Reports that China and the US have agreed to a phased removal of tariffs on the former’s imports lifted most global stocks on Thursday. The two economic superpowers are reportedly scheduled to sign a partial trade deal in December. ..

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