JSE firms in line with global markets

The JSE traded firmer on Tuesday, in line with global markets. Local resources and miners were particularly strong, but gains were recorded across the board on the local bourse.

By mid-morning Tuesday, the JSE all share index was up 1.06 percent, with resources 1.71 percent better, gold miners up 2.16 percent and platinum miners 2.07 percent stronger.

Banks were 1.08 percent firmer, financials added 0.73 percent and the industrial index picked up 0.54 percent.

Editor's Comment
Closure as pain lingers

March 28 will go down as a day that Batswana will never forget because of the accident that occurred near Mmamatlakala in Limpopo, South Africa. The tragedy affected not only the grieving families but the nation at large. Batswana throughout the process stood behind the grieving families and the governments of Botswana and South Africa need much more than a pat on the back.Last Saturday was a day when family members said their last goodbyes to...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up