The JSE was weaker on Thursday morning, with global markets mixed as investors considered better-than-expected US jobs data, while keeping a close eye on developments in the Middle East.

October has had a challenging start so far as escalating Middle East tension dampened investor sentiment. Market anxiety has intensified ahead of Israel’s impending ground operation in Lebanon...

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