JSE to contend with weaker markets as China’s Covid-19 numbers rise
The world’s second-largest economy is grappling with a rise in infection rates, and a cautious tone prevails on Asian markets
22 January 2021 - 07:16
The JSE faces weaker Asian markets on Friday morning, with the rand approaching R15/$, amid investor concerns about surging Covid-19 numbers in China.
The world’s second-largest economy is battling with its worst outbreak since March, moving to put lockdown conditions in place in some of its largest cities...
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