• Discovery analysis flagged AI-driven investment opportunities outside tech, citing rising demand for power, data-center infrastructure, networks, copper.
• Ninety One warned the 2026 Iran war, Strait of Hormuz closure lifted oil prices, putting inflation back in focus.
• US 30-year Treasury auction yields topped 5.2% in August 2026, the highest since 2001; US inflation was 2.4% in February 2026.
• South Africa inflation rose to 4.9% in August 2026, above the central bank’s 3% target, keeping further rate hikes in play.
• Gold was up about 38% year-on-year as of Aug. 25, 2026; a stronger rand supported South African investors.

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