Sibanye-Stillwater Signs Renewable Energy Deal with NOA Group

Johannesburg Stock Exchange — ARI slips 2.9% in 5 days despite surging metal prices

ARI, African Rainbow Minerals, fell 2.9% over five days to 177.6 ZAR even as gold, platinum and palladium rallied sharply. The gap versus mining peers points to a more cautious market view on risk and on the stock’s cyclical exposure.

Johannesburg Stock Exchange — Cotton Jumps 8%, Wheat 3.1% as Agri Holds Up in a 0.64% JSE Drop

The JSE fell 0.64% on July 1, 2026, but agriculture-linked names proved more resilient as cotton rose to $77.98, up 8.0%, and wheat gained 3.1% to $599. Lower oil and a firmer rand hurt energy, while stronger farm commodities improved the sector backdrop.

Johannesburg Stock Exchange — Miners Lift JSE 0.98% as Platinum Jumps 2.9%

A rebound in metals put South African miners back in focus on Thursday, lifting the JSE All Share 0.98% and the Top 40 1.07%. Higher platinum, gold and palladium prices supported resource stocks, while Sasol fell 4.6% despite firmer Brent crude.