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Standard Bank hits record R26.1bn earnings as Africa drives growth
Standard Bank has posted record headline earnings of R26.1 billion for the first six months of 2026, as strong client activity, higher non-interest revenue,...
Oil prices firm on concerns over Strait of Hormuz plans
By Stephanie Kelly LONDON, Aug 7 (Reuters) - Oil prices edged higher on Friday on further concerns surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and potential Iranian bans and fines on vessels it
