Investors counting on a smooth ride in the second half of 2020 are likely to be disappointed
The JSE was little changed on Wednesday, with its global peers mixed as rising global Covid-19 cases threaten sentiment, while the market awaits fresh news.
A Reuters analysis showed that Covid-19 cases in the US more than doubled in 14 US states in June, raising fear that the surge in the numbers could lead to lockdowns, delaying global economic recovery.A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as exclusive Financial Times articles, ProfileData financial data, and digital access to the Sunday Times and Times Select.
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