CIS urges FG to leverage commodities ecosystem for GDP growth
The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) has urged the Federal Government (FG) to prioritize the development of Nigeria’s commodities ecosystem…
Category: investment
Exclusive: China plans record $411 billion special treasury bond issuance next year
According to sources familiar with the plan, China is set to issue 3 trillion yuan ($411 billion) in special treasury…
EIU projects improved Eurobond issuance in 2025
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) forecasts a surge in Eurobond issuance across West Africa in 2025, driven by lower borrowing…
AfDB’s SEFA Invests $20m in ARM-Harith, ACV Fund to drive sustainable infrastructure
The African Development Bank’s Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) has committed $20 million to drive sustainable infrastructure and climate…
Market Cap Adds N138bn Amid Demand for 54 Stocks
Ahead of the Christmas celebrations, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) started the week positively, with the market capitalization rising by…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Capital Economics sees muted Saudi growth into 2025
Capital Economics forecasts subdued economic growth for Saudi Arabia through 2025, attributing it to conservative oil policies and fiscal consolidation…
Hedge Funds Turn to Macro Strategies Amid Market Volatility in 2025
Hedge fund investors are prioritizing macro strategies for 2025, driven by anticipated political and economic turbulence under the incoming U.S.…
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 payment option, aiming…
UBA to Expand SMEs Lending, Invest in Digital Technology with N239.4bn Rights Issue
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced plans to utilize the net proceeds of its ongoing N239.4 billion rights…
Foreign portfolio investment in the stock market rises 180.9%
Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPIs) in the Nigerian stock market surged by 180.95% in the first ten months of 2024, reaching…
NIPC seeks partnerships to attract, retain investments
The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) has reinforced its commitment to driving economic growth by attracting new investments and retaining…
FG, World Bank invest $600m on rural roads
The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the World Bank, has earmarked $600 million to rehabilitate 200,000 kilometers of…
Equities market gains 1.19%, ASI nears 100,000-point mark
The Nigerian equities market ended the week of November 13, 2024, on a note, with the NGX All-Share Index (ASI)…
Stock market sustains positive trend amid portfolio repositioning
The Nigerian stock market extended its bullish run last week, driven by increased investor confidence and seasonal factors like the…
Interest rate, others drive up investments in Mutual Funds by 89.12%
The Mutual Funds market in Nigeria has witnessed a remarkable 89.12% year-on-year growth, with the total Net Asset Value (NAV)…
Firm launches wealth management App with diverse investment opportunities
Smart Stewards has launched Wealth Sync, a wealth creation app aimed at individuals, small businesses, and corporate organizations to provide…
UBA Outperforms Peers As Investors Earn 375% Capital Returns
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has delivered an impressive 375% capital gain to its investors over the past five years,…