JSE drops to six-week lows as coronavirus fear weighs on markets
China extends its Lunar New Year holiday, which began last week, as the death toll rises to more than 80
27 January 2020 - 11:39
The JSE dropped to its lowest level in six weeks on Monday morning as the fear that the coronavirus may affect the Chinese economy weighed on market sentiment.
China extended its Lunar New Year holiday, which began last week, as the coronavirus death toll rose to 81, Reuters reported on Monday. China has also banned its citizens from participating in overseas travel group tours in an effort to contain the virus...
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