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Stock Rally Stumbles as Inflation Report Tempers Rate-Cut Hopes; Dow Slips, S&P Ticks Higher for 3rd Straight Record Close

Stocks closed near unchanged on Thursday, slowing a rally that has pushed major indexes to record highs, after fresh inflation data revived concerns about the impact that tariffs are having on the economy.

South Africans working hard for financial freedom

South Africans are known for their resilience which is confirmed by a survey that shows they still work hard for their financial freedom.

Life insurers settled 95.6% of all death claims in 2024, paid out R39.5 billion

Asisa started publishing the average pay-out rate of life insurers provide consumers with the peace of mind that valid claims are paid.

‘Our Dricus will bliksem that oke’: Farmers and fans rally for DDP

From the training gym to the farms, South Africans cheer on Dricus Du Plessis as he faces undefeated Russian Khamzat Chimaev.

Bolt condemns violence after attack on e-hailing drivers at Maponya Mall

E-hailing service Bolt has condemned violence at Maponya Mall in Soweto on Wednesday, where e-hailing drivers were attacked and their vehicles set alight.

Football greatness runs in the family: Fabian McCarthy proud of son Aden’s rise at Kaizer Chiefs

With commanding performances in the heart of defence, 21-year-old Aden McCarthy is quickly proving that football greatness runs in the family.