Trump Raises Nigerian Import Tariffs to 15% Amid Escalating Trade Disputes
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on July 31 increasing tariffs on Nigerian imports from 14 to 15…
Month: August 2025
FCMB Group Reports ₦79.3 Billion Profit Before Tax in H1 2025
FCMB Group Plc posted a profit before tax (PBT) of ₦79.3 billion for the first half of 2025, representing a…
EU Signals Tighter Scrutiny on Big Tech “Acquihire” Deals to Preserve Competition
The European Commission is ramping up scrutiny on Big Tech’s “acquihire” practices where companies hire start-ups’ key staff instead of…
Asian Markets Brace for Sharp Decline as US Tariffs Escalate Trade Tensions
Asian shares are on track for their worst weekly drop since April following the US government’s decision to impose steep…
Forex Access Challenges Persist Despite Cedi Gains — Ghana Importers and Exporters Sound Alarm
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has expressed serious concern over ongoing difficulties in accessing foreign exchange (forex) through…
Ghana, UK Renew Commitment to Stronger Trade Ties Under Partnership Agreement
Ghana is accelerating preparations to fully implement the Ghana–UK Trade Partnership Agreement (TPA) following key discussions with a visiting British…
Naira Ends July Slightly Weaker at ₦1,533.55/$ Despite Signs of Stability
The Nigerian naira closed July 2025 at ₦1,533.55 to the US dollar in the official market, slipping by 0.25% from…
NGX Wraps Up Bullish July with N12.62tn Surge, All-Time Highs Set Ahead of Earnings Season
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) ended July 2025 on a powerful bullish streak, with market capitalization surging by a remarkable N12.62tn.…