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Markets WRAP: Rand closes at R14.64/$ | after see-sawing between R14.55 and R14.75

October 26, 2018--While the rand was still recovering from its hangover following the mid-term budget on Friday morning, it also came under pressure after Moody's rated the budget credit negative.


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Source: FIN24


Key questions to boost credibility of impact investing in Africa

October 24, 2018--Africa gets 12% of total impact investing into emerging markets
Africa has under-served sectors which can be great place for impact funds to deploy capital
Beware "impact washing" and "mission drift"

More adoption of global standards such as GIIRS and IRIS for funds

Despite being only a decade old as an industry, impact investing globally has shown impressive growth and obtained mainstream acceptance. However, there are some credibility concerns, particularly in Africa, that can be addressed with clear industry guidelines. This could help to accelerate the allocation of investors' capital into impact investments.

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Source: africancapitalmarketsnews.com


Rand on front foot as all eyes turn to Mboweni

October 24, 2018--The rand started on a firm footing as all the attention shifts to new Finance Minister Tito Mboweni's maiden mini budget speech later today.

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Source: FIN24


JSE down as rebound falls short

October 24, 2018--The JSE tried to stage a rebound in the afternoon session, but it came up short to close weaker.

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Global ETP News


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Middle East ETP News


March 17, 2026 Dubai's main share index declined 2%
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