There are few signs that the JSE is set for a rebound on Friday morning, after global markets slumped on Thursday due to escalating concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.

The local bourse had its worst day since 1997 on Thursday, with global stocks pummeled by the growing outbreak, as well as concerns that governments will not respond fast enough...

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