Netflix shares fell as a dispute with Brazilian tax authorities cut into its profits, Unilever said it has delayed the spin-off of its €15bn ice cream division because of the US government shutdown and gold had its worst day in more than a decade yesterday. Plus, critics are questioning whether South Africa’s Black empowerment policies are really paying off.
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Netflix shares drop as Brazil tax dispute hits profits
Unilever’s €15bn ice cream spin-off delayed by US government shutdown
Gold tumbles 6% in biggest sell-off since 2013
South Africans question future of Black empowerment policies
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