Guardrisk, Old Mutual throw in towel on business interruption; IMF funding is SA game-changer - lawyer; Standard Bank

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In today's news headlines:
* Guardrisk and Old Mutual have opted to settle with small business clients who have claimed for business interruption from Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
* IMF funding could be a game-changer for SA, says lawyer Peter Leon.
* Standard Bank has warned of a profit plunge. Banks are preparing for their worst reports since WWII.
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29 Jul 2020 1PM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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