The JSE closed firmer on Wednesday with investor sentiment supported by an improving near-term world economic outlook.

Positive Covid-19 vaccine trial results and the market-friendly selection of Janet Yellen as US treasury secretary boosted investor sentiment this week. The formal start of US president elect Joe Biden’s transition to the White House also helped...

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