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Markets in 2024: Wall Street’s high-octane rally keeps investors captive to…
In 2024, global markets have experienced a surprising surge, with world stocks on track for their second…
Festivity and Energy Costs Expected to Drive Inflation Surge in December
Analysts predict that Nigeria's headline inflation will rise to 34.91% year-on-year in December due to seasonal…
Investors Gain Over N1 Trillion in Five Days as Nigerian Stock Market Surges
The Nigerian stock market witnessed a remarkable rally, with the All Share Index (ASI) recording a 35.2%…
Net forex inflow fell to $14bn in Q3 – CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reported a 2.97% decline in net foreign exchange inflow in Q3 2024, totaling…
Brace! Risks stack up for the global economy in 2025
The global economy, having weathered the challenges of inflation and post-pandemic recovery in 2024, faces…
Macro Economic Challenges Thrust 12 Banks’ Operating Expenses to N5.18tn
Twelve Nigerian banks listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) reported a combined operating expense of N5.18…
PenCom, finance ministry working to pay retirees – DG
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) is partnering with the Ministry of Finance to address delays in retirees’…
FCMB Group Shareholders Approve N340 Billion Capital Raise
FCMB Group Plc has secured shareholder approval to raise N340 billion in capital to strengthen its banking…
Naira rebound seen in 2025 on higher FX inflows
The naira is expected to recover in 2025, driven by increased foreign exchange inflows, reduced petrol and food…
Zest AI secures $200 million to expand credit tech and pursue acquisitions
Zest AI, a credit underwriting solutions provider, has secured a $200 million growth investment from its long-time…
Rainier Partners Acquires WPAS to Expand Multi-Employer Benefits Administration
Rainier Partners, a Seattle-based private equity firm, has announced its investment in Welfare & Pension…
USTDA and Meridiam Join Forces for African Infrastructure Development
The United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) and Paris-based Meridiam SAS have signed a Memorandum of…
SEC Draft Rules Open Pension Funds to Commercial Papers Investment
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released draft rules enabling pension funds in Nigeria to resume…
US Stocks Fall as Fed Signals Slower Pace of Rate Cuts
US stock markets experienced significant declines following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates…
Bank of England Expected to Maintain Interest Rates at 4.75%
The Bank of England is expected to keep its base interest rate steady at 4.75%, following the Monetary Policy…
Tinubu Unveils 2025 Budget Targeting Inflation and Naira Stability
President Bola Tinubu presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly, aiming to stabilize the…
MSMEs navigate tough economy, demand state of emergency to tackle issues
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria are facing a tough economic environment marked by rising…
Rupee Hits Record Low at 85/USD as Fed Outlook and Economic Pressures Weigh
The Indian rupee has plunged past the 85 mark against the U.S. dollar for the first time, marking a historic low.…
CBN caps PoS daily withdrawal at N100,000 to boost cashless economy
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented a daily withdrawal limit of N100,000 for customers using…
Dangote to NNPC Ltd: Your statement on $1bn refinery investment inaccurate,…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has refuted claims made by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)…
Nigeria’s $42bn Reserves Can Fund Nine Months of Imports Says CBN
Nigeria’s external reserves have grown to $42.01 billion, enabling the country to finance imports for over nine…
Aradel Holdings and 41 Others Boost Nigerian Stock Market by N258bn
The Nigerian stock market maintained its upward trend, fueled by price gains in Aradel Holdings Plc and 41 other…
SEC seeks policy support to drive $1tn economy
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called for stronger policy support to help drive Nigeria's…
NGX gains N78bn as MRS, Wapic lead
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) saw a positive trading session on December 18, 2024, with the equity market gaining…
$1 trn economy is necessity for prosperity, resilience of Nigeria — SEC DG
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasized that achieving a $1 trillion economy is essential for…
Senate Proposes Ban on Dollar Salaries and Foreign Currency Transactions
The Nigerian Senate has introduced a bill to amend the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, prohibiting the use of…
PenCom Ensures Pension and Insurance Coverage for Over 38,000 Employers
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has revealed that over 38,000 employers secured pension and insurance…
Social dialogue crucial for economic development – ILO
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has emphasized the critical role of social dialogue in addressing…
As bitcoin soars, luxury brands consider accepting crypto payments
The recent surge in Bitcoin’s value has sparked interest among luxury brands to explore cryptocurrency as a…
Sterling Bank champions African Cinema at 2024 S16 Film Festival
Sterling Bank has underscored its commitment to Africa's creative economy by sponsoring the 2024 S16 Film…