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'Despite the mayhem, our businesses have been very resilient' - David Shapiro

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As is customary for a Monday, South Africa's favourite market commentator David Shapiro shares his pearls of wisdom on the BizNews Power Hour. David and BizNews founder Alec Hogg unpack many interesting topics, from the political landscape and way forward for South Africa to JSE-listed counters Naspers, Prosus and Tiger Brands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Jul 2021 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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