Tracking the Impacts of the CBN and IFC Partnership on Local Currency Financing in Nigeria
In October 2024, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) joined forces to boost local currency financing for…
Nigeria Targets FATF Grey List Exit by May 2025 with Strengthened Compliance Measures
Nigeria is intensifying its efforts to exit the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list by May 2025, signaling a commitment to addressing deficiencies in its anti-money laundering (AML) and…
Investment Opportunities in Nigerian Insurance: A Sector Analysis
The Nigerian insurance industry represents an underexplored investment frontier within the nation’s broader financial ecosystem. Despite its low penetration rate—below 1% of GDP—the sector holds immense potential for growth, spurred…
Forex Risks Expected to Overshadow Airtel Africa’s Revenue Gains in 2025
Airtel Africa, one of the continent’s largest telecommunications providers, faces a precarious financial landscape as it enters 2025. Despite achieving commendable growth in subscriber numbers and mobile money services, the…
Ghana Joins African Continental Free Trade Area Digital Platform to Boost Regional Trade
Ghana has taken a significant step towards enhancing intra-African trade by joining the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Platform. This initiative aims to streamline trade processes, reduce barriers,…
South Africa’s Mining Output Sees a 7% Growth, Driven by Increased Demand for Precious Metals
South Africa’s mining sector has rebounded strongly, recording a 7% growth in output year-on-year as of December 2024. The recovery has been primarily driven by a surge in global demand…
UK Housing Market Slows as Mortgage Rates Reach 15-Year Highs
The UK housing market is experiencing significant deceleration, marked by rising mortgage rates now at their highest level in 15 years. This environment is reshaping affordability, demand, and broader economic…
Weekly Investor Outlook: Earnings Reports, Inflation Updates, and Nigerian Market Trends
As the week of January 12–18, 2025, unfolds, investors in Nigeria are bracing for a dynamic period marked by crucial corporate earnings releases, pivotal economic indicators, and shifting market dynamics.…
Dangote Cement Among Top Companies to Announce Earnings in February
As the Nigerian stock market gears up for February 2025, investors have their eyes set on Dangote Cement Plc, among other top-tier companies expected to announce their financial results. The…
Nestlé Nigeria Plc and Lafarge Africa Plc Set February 21, 2025, for Earnings Release
Nestlé Nigeria Plc and Lafarge Africa Plc, two giants in their respective industries, have announced February 21, 2025, as the release date for their full-year earnings reports. Both companies operate…