JSE races to record high
The local bourse is rallying along with global markets after positive US economic indicators this week eased investors’ fears about recession
16 August 2024 - 13:11
UPDATED 16 June 2024 - 13:04
The JSE reached a record high on Friday, rallying along with global markets after a combination of positive US economic indicators this week eased investors’ fears about the economy slipping into a recession.
Retail sales data released on Thursday came stronger than expected, while weekly jobless claims fell. The data comes after inflation numbers this week, which was in line with forecasts, ..
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