MARKET WRAP: Markets boosted by renewed US stimulus hopes, JSE banks leap

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The week ahead will be driven by US stimulus talks, with markets appearing certain a deal will come before the election, said one analyst

The JSE closed firmer on Monday, with bank shares faring best as markets lift on investor optimism of a US stimulus deal being reached before elections there.

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