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Strong reasons to be bullish SA markets

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Gary Booysen from Rand Swiss on the JSE’s record run and a sub-R17 – are these calm waters or is he spotting pockets of value? Charles Savage, CEO of Purple Group, on robust results and the momentum behind the growth flywheel. Simon unpacks the idea of a primary surplus, what it means and why it matters for South Africa’s fiscal path.

14 Nov 2025 12AM English South Africa Business News · Business

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