The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) added N966bn in market value last week, helped by improved investor confidence and strong performances by major banking and consumer goods stocks. The market only …
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BUA Cement Plc has posted a revenue of N290.8bn for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, marking a massive increase of 80.5 per cent compared to the N161.1bn it …
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Nigeria Begins Talks to Rejoin JPMorgan Bond Index After 10 Years
Nigeria has officially opened discussions with JPMorgan to re-enter its Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), almost a decade after being delisted. The Director-General of the Debt Management Office …
Spice 360, one of Nigeria’s well-known integrated marketing communications agencies, has just made two big appointments as it moves to strengthen its position in the industry. The agency announced that …
The South African rand strengthened against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, as market uncertainty shook the greenback due to concerns about U.S. tariffs and the political situation in South Africa. …
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South African pharmacy chain Clicks Group posts 13% rise in half-year profit
South Africa’s leading pharmacy chain, Clicks Group, has posted a 13.2% increase in its half-year profit, showcasing a strong performance in its health and beauty segments. For the six-month period …
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African financial markets are currently facing a challenging situation, influenced by both global and local factors. There is growing uncertainty in the global economy, as well as domestic political tensions …
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South Africa’s Rand Falls Slightly as Investors Worry Over Tariffs and Political Tension
South Africa’s currency, the rand, started Thursday morning on the back foot, as global and local uncertainties kept investors cautious. By 6:35am GMT, the rand was trading at 18.8550 against …
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Trump’s Tariff Policy Stirs Fresh Fears of U.S. Recession as Business Leaders and Economists Warn of Consequences
President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose fresh tariffs on several imports has sparked serious conversations about the health of the U.S. economy. Many business experts and top economists have …
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NGX Group Honours Retired Directors for Contributions to Nigerian Capital Market
The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has honoured its retired directors for their leadership and contributions to the growth and transformation of Nigeria’s capital market over the years. The recognition …