Net Forex inflow rises 70% to $42 bn
Nigeria’s net foreign exchange inflows surged by 70.5% year-on-year (YoY) to $42.06 billion in the first nine months of 2024,…
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UK Economy Stagnates in Q3 as Challenges Mount for Starmer Government
Britain’s economy recorded zero growth in the third quarter of 2024, according to revised figures from the Office for National…
Wall Street Opens Higher as Investors Welcome US Inflation Data
U.S. stock futures pointed to a positive start on Wall Street after last week’s U.S. inflation data fueled optimism for…
Stakeholders leverage AfCFTA, fintech listings for capital market growth
Nigeria’s capital market has been identified as a critical driver for achieving the government’s $1 trillion economy target by 2030.…
The equities market gains N1trn as ASI crosses 100,000-point mark
The Nigerian equities market reached a significant milestone last week as the NGX All-Share Index (ASI) crossed the 100,000-point mark…
Innovation Crucial for Addressing Nigeria’s Energy Challenges
Manufacturers in Nigeria’s electrical and electronics sector have been urged to leverage innovation to address the nation’s pressing energy challenges.…
Market Outlook for 2025 Amid Trump Return and Federal Reserve Decisions
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, U.S. investors anticipating significant changes that will impact the…
Markets in 2024: Wall Street’s high-octane rally keeps investors captive to the US
In 2024, global markets have experienced a surprising surge, with world stocks on track for their second consecutive annual gain…
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 festive demand, poor harvests,…
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% year-to-date capital gain,…
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 significant uncertainty heading into 2025.…
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 trillion in the…
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’ benefit payments. Speaking…
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 subsidiary, First City…
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 importation, and…
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 investor, Insight Partners.…
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 Administration Service (WPAS), a leading…
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 Understanding (MOU) to…
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 investments in commercial…
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 for the third time in…
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 Committee…
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 exchange rate at N1,500…
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 costs, limited access…
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…
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 point-of-sale (PoS) terminals…
Dangote to NNPC Ltd: Your statement on $1bn refinery investment inaccurate, misleading
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has refuted claims made by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) about its role in a…
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 months, according to…
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 stocks.…
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 ambition of reaching a…