Offshore

/ US jobs data slows. Likely means tapering not just yet even as ECB starts talking tapering.

/ New China restriction, kids gaming limited to one hour a day on Friday, weekend days and public holidays

/ Pfizer has recognized over $10 billion in profits from the COVID-19 vaccine alone, making it the best drug introduction in history.

/ After hurricane Ida oil recovery begins with ports and refineries restarting but most production in the Gulf of Mexico is still shut.

/ Chip shortage holds back German car sales in August

Local

/ SA trade surplus at R37bn July vs R55bn June. YTD R290bn.

/ Mediclinic plans to go green in R2.2bn renewable energy deal

/ Results; Murray & Roberts

/ Results; Discovery

/ Results; Implats

/ Results; Aspen