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Gauge of mining stocks rises for a third day, up 1.7% to the highest in more than a week.

South African stocks have been supported during the quarter by a rally in gold and platinum companies.

Foreigners were net sellers of South African stocks Thursday, disposing R814 million worth of shares.

Foreign investors were net buyers of South African stocks Wednesday, purchasing R641 million worth of shares.

Longest in 15 months.

Investor focus will be on central banks this week.

In afternoon trade the rand was 1.59% weaker at R16.88 per dollar.

Foreigners were net sellers of South African stocks for a sixth consecutive day on Friday.

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Luxury retailer Richemont retreated 1.7% to be the second-biggest decliner by index points.

Miners extend gains for a third day.

Friday’s losses trim the benchmark index’s weekly gains to 0.8%.

Main stock index extends gains for a second day, rising 0.7%.

Bullion’s surge to a record earlier this month is increasing that allure.