JSE led higher by miners as coronavirus fears persist
Gold and platinum miners were benefiting from a weaker rand and higher commodity prices
13 February 2020 - 12:26
The JSE was firmer on Thursday morning, shrugging off weaker global markets, as new cases and deaths from the coronavirus were reported, denting investors hopes that the virus will soon be contained.
Gold and platinum miners were benefiting from a weaker rand and higher commodity prices, however, giving a boost to the local bourse...
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