US election through damaged looking glass, Africa Financial Markets Index 2020 launch
Friday 2 October 2020 – Vol.11 Ed.40.6
Commentary: US race through damaged looking glass
By Darrell Delamaide in Washington
A judgement on the first debate between President Trump and Democratic contender Joe Biden depends on how one regards such contests. For those expecting a civilised debate between two candidates aspiring to the most powerful political office in the world, it was a disaster. For those who see debates as blood sport, Trump dominated the proceedings. It is improbable that anything from Tuesday night will swing the election one way or the other. The outcome of the 3 November ballot remains uncertain.
Read the full commentary on the website.
Meeting: Africa Financial Markets Index 2020 launch
Wednesday 14 October, 13:00-14:30 BST
The Absa Africa Financial Markets Index, produced by OMFIF, records the openness to foreign investment in countries across the continent. It is a premier indicator of the attractiveness and flexibility of Africa’s capital markets, for use by policy-makers, investors and asset managers around the world. The virtual launch of the fourth edition focuses on prospects for regional integration and sustainable growth in Africa in the aftermath of the pandemic.
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