Market and economic wrap: Rate cuts, rally risks and the rise of AI titans

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In this week’s episode of the Market and Economic Wrap, Tumisho Grater, Multi-Manager Investment Analyst explores the shifting global economic landscape, highlighting the IMF’s revised growth outlook, China’s slowing GDP, and the US Fed’s dovish stance amid labour market concerns. The discussion covers resilient US equities driven by AI optimism and strong earnings, record-breaking gold prices, and South Africa’s ambitious R2.2 trillion energy infrastructure plan. Locally, inflation trends and currency movements are also unpacked, offering a comprehensive view of macroeconomic forces shaping markets.
21 Oct English South Africa Investing · Business News

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