Investec, an Anglo-South African banking and wealth group, is dual-listed on the London and Johannesburg exchanges and sponsors the European Rugby Champions Cup.
New data show the UK economy has cooled after a stronger start to 2026, with April GDP expected to slip as higher fuel costs damp demand. Retail sales have fallen, and experts warn the energy shock from the Iran conflict is weighing on households and firms. Analysts expect a continued slowdown into Q2.
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