The JSE was firmer on Wednesday as investors continue to bet on the likelihood of more stimulus in the US.
Markets are awaiting US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell’s speech at the Jackson Hole economic symposium on Thursday, amid expectations that the central bank will do more to support the US economy.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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