BSE falls in Q1, after world-beating rally
Monday, April 13, 2020
While the DCI marginally lost value in the first quarter, its performance was better than other regional exchanges with the JSE All Share shedding 22.9% and the Stock Exchange of Mauritius Equity Index dropping by 27.9%.
For most of the first quarter, the DCI maintained a positive performance despite a global wipeout of equities caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19). By March 20, the DCI was up 1.47 percent for the year, led by gains in counters such as Letshego and First National Bank Botswana.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...