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March market review: Winners and Losers

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March 2026 delivered historic volatility as oil prices surged past $100 and global markets reeled from Middle East conflict. Anchor Capital’s Stephan Erasmus breaks down the biggest JSE movers: Sasol and Thungela’s explosive gains, gold and platinum miners’ painful slump, and why defensive retailers like Shoprite and Boxer held firm.
7 Apr 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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