And higher dividends.

Risk-off sentiment was evident in early trade, with 91 of the 141 listed companies declining, while 37 traded higher.

Petri Redelinghuys of Herenya Capital talks charts of interest as US markets head for new highs. Rand Swiss's Viv Govender on the regulatory risks coming out of China and potential impact on Tencent. Wandile Sihlobo of Agbiz on La Niña and concerns over rising unemployment in the WC agri sector.

Covid vaccine boosts markets.

Gold output rose 38% to 313,725 ounces compared with 226,632 ounces quarter-on-quarter.

Foreigners were net sellers of South African stocks Tuesday, disposing R695 million of local equities.

Saying it was a minority shareholder and the mine was nationalised in 1970.

Continues to benefit from external factors.

Bonds firmed, with the yield on the benchmark government issue due in 2030 down 1.5 basis points to 9.415%.

Foreigners were net sellers of South African stocks for a second day Monday.

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 for a fifth day on Wednesday.

Citing improved operating certainty including the expected conclusion of its sale of its South African assets.

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

Peter Steenkamp – CEO, Harmony Gold