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1. JSE shares, South African companies, and the local knock-on effects of big market news.

2. The rand, interest rates, and a small group of forex pairs, with USD/ZAR at the centre.

3. Global stories only when they can actually change how a local investor might act.

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"Deceptive Advertising!" Claims Novo Nordisk in Explosive New GLP-1 Lawsuit Against Eli Lilly. Here's What That Means for Both Stocks.

2026-07-21 21:34 • The Motley Fool Negative Axe Cap view: Neutral

Novo Nordisk has filed a federal lawsuit against Eli Lilly, alleging deceptive advertising in GLP-1 weight-loss drug marketing. Novo claims Lilly's ads unfairly compare outdated lower doses of Wegovy to higher doses of Zepbound, ignoring the FDA-approved 7.2 mg Wegovy dose (approved March 2025) which shows comparable weight loss results. Lilly maintains its ads are accurate based on the 2024 SURMOUNT-5 head-to-head trial. The lawsuit seeks an injunction, corrective advertising, and damages, though analysts believe the impact on both stocks is likely minimal.

Axe note: Novo Nordisk's lawsuit against Eli Lilly over GLP-1 drug ads is unlikely to sway the stocks much.

Why Sabra Health Care REIT Stock Soared Today

2026-07-21 21:33 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Sabra Health Care REIT (SBRA) surged 10.20% after announcing it will retenant 26 properties previously leased to Avamere, with new rent expected to increase nearly 30% to $53 million annually. The company also arranged a $300 million mortgage payoff from Recovery Centers of America for $200 million cash, using proceeds to reduce debt. These moves prompted Sabra to raise 2026 guidance for normalized AFFO to $1.59-$1.61 per share, though headline net income guidance decreased due to one-time costs.

Axe note: Sabra’s rent hikes and debt cleanup have investors optimistic, but watch out for execution risks.

What This MARA Insider Sale Signals as Revenue Fell 18% Amid AI Pivot

2026-07-21 21:32 • The Motley Fool Neutral Axe Cap view: Selective

MARA Holdings' CFO Salman Hassan Khan sold 16,000 shares worth $174,400 through a family trust under a pre-scheduled trading plan, maintaining a substantial 2.1 million share position. The sale comes as the company faces an 18% revenue decline in Q1 attributed to Bitcoin price drops, while pivoting toward AI and data center operations through the $168 million acquisition of Exaion and workforce reductions.

Axe note: MARA’s CFO sold shares amid revenue drops, but the company’s AI pivot and financing deal offer a mixed picture.

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