Preventing Market Fire Havoc in Nigeria
Expert Jide Oyewusi outlines urgent measures to prevent deadly fire outbreaks in Nigeria's markets. Learn the needed reforms for safety and enforcement. Read more.
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NGX Hits N100 Trillion Market Cap as Stocks Rally
The Nigerian equities market surged on Monday, with capitalisation crossing N100 trillion. The ASI gained 1.74% as 71 stocks advanced. Discover the top gainers and most active stocks driving this historic rally.
Zohran Mamdani Becomes First Muslim Mayor of New York City
Zohran Mamdani makes U.S. history as the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of New York City, sworn in on the Quran. A landmark for diversity in American politics.
Stock Market Cap Hits N98.8trn on High Volume Trading
The Nigerian equities market surged by N411 billion on Tuesday, with trading volume jumping 219% to 4.68 billion shares. Market capitalisation closed at N98.843 trillion. Discover the top gainers and losers.
RusselSmith Fully Repays N3bn Series 1 Commercial Paper
RusselSmith Nigeria Limited has successfully repaid its N3 billion Series 1 Commercial Paper, fulfilling all investor obligations on schedule. This milestone reinforces its credibility in Nigeria's capital markets. Discover the details.
FMDQ Market Activity Slows, Turnover Drops 24%
Trading activity on the FMDQ Securities Exchange contracted sharply in November 2025. Total secondary market turnover fell by 24.22% month-on-month to N54.64 trillion. Read the full analysis.
Asian Markets Surge on Rate Cut Optimism, Tech Revival
Asian equities extended a global rally Tuesday, fueled by hopes for more US interest rate cuts and strong tech earnings. Gold and silver hit fresh records. Discover the key market movers.
Asian Markets Rally on US Rate Cut Hopes, AI Worries Subside
Asian stock markets climbed Monday as US data fueled expectations for 2026 interest rate cuts. Tech stocks led gains while gold hit a record high. Get the full market analysis.
Lagos clears roadside markets on Ikotun-Igando Road
Lagos State Government clears roadside traders on Ikotun-Igando Road to reclaim walkways and enforce laws. Commissioner Wahab details the state's waste-to-wealth drive for a sustainable environment.
Conoil Pays ₦2.43bn Dividend to Shareholders for 2024
Conoil Plc announces a massive ₦2.428 billion dividend payout for 2024, rewarding shareholders with 350 kobo per share. Discover how the company achieved 60.5% revenue growth amidst Nigeria's economic challenges.
Fidson Healthcare Plans N21 Billion Capital Raise
Fidson Healthcare Plc announces a N21 billion rights issue to boost manufacturing and African expansion. The offer is priced at N35 per share for existing shareholders. Read more.
Otedola Acquires N14.8bn First HoldCo Shares, Stake Hits 18%
Billionaire Femi Otedola consolidates control of First HoldCo, buying N14.8bn shares to raise his ownership stake above 18%. Discover the details of this strategic move.
Oracle Stock Volatility Reflects Wall Street's AI Doubts
Oracle shares, a barometer for AI market sentiment, swing wildly amid project financing concerns and a major TikTok deal. Discover the risks and rewards of the AI infrastructure boom.
Asian Markets Rise on US Inflation Ease, BoJ in Focus
Asian markets closed higher as softer US inflation data fueled rate cut hopes. Micron's strong earnings eased tech bubble fears. The Bank of Japan's rate decision is key.
Asian Markets Sink on AI Bubble Fears, Tracking Wall Street
Asian markets dropped Thursday, mirroring a Wall Street sell-off fueled by fears of an AI investment bubble. Tech giants tumbled as oil prices rose amid Venezuela tensions. Get the latest market analysis.
Nigerian Stock Market Gains N245 Billion
The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish trend on Wednesday, December 17, with investor wealth increasing by N244.62 billion. Key stocks like FirstHoldCo and Mecure drove the rally. Read the full analysis.
Traders Fair 2026 in Lagos: Free Registration Open
Lagos prepares for Traders Fair 2026 on April 10. Join top finance experts for seminars on Forex, Stocks, AI, and networking. Free entry at Lagos Continental Hotel.
UNCTAD: 2025 Global Trade to Surpass $35 Trillion
UNCTAD projects global trade will exceed $35 trillion in 2025, driven by emerging markets. However, growth is expected to slow in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Asian Markets Drift, Oil Up on Venezuela Blockade
Asian equities showed mixed performance as US jobs data failed to boost rate cut expectations. Oil prices surged over 1% after Trump ordered a blockade of Venezuelan tankers. Get the latest market analysis.
Asian Markets Retreat on US Jobs Data, Tech Worries
Asian markets extended losses Tuesday ahead of key US jobs data, with tech sector jitters and Fed rate cut uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment. Key indexes in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai all fell over 1%. Read the full analysis.
Asian stocks falter ahead of expected US Fed rate cut
Asian equities drifted lower as investors await a likely US interest rate cut. Debate intensifies on whether the Federal Reserve can sustain easing into 2026 amid stubborn inflation.
Nigerian Equities Market Gains N997bn in Week
The Nigerian Exchange closed the first week of December positively, with investor wealth rising by nearly N1 trillion. The All-Share Index gained 1.08% as market sentiment remained strong. Discover the top gainers and most traded stocks.
Asian markets cautious ahead of US data, Fed rate call
Asian markets closed the week with mixed results as investors await key US inflation data and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision next week. Get the latest market analysis and figures.
Turkey Warns Moscow, Kyiv on Energy Infrastructure
Turkey's Energy Minister warns Russia and Ukraine against targeting energy facilities after Black Sea drone attacks. Disruption would hit global markets and daily lives. Read more.
Asian Markets Struggle to Hold Fed-Inspired Rally
Asian markets lost early gains despite strong Fed rate cut bets. Tokyo rose, but Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Seoul fell. Get the latest on global market volatility.
Police Arrest Two with Fireworks, Explosives in Imo
Imo State Police have arrested Opara Evans and Chinedum Stanley for possessing banned fireworks and explosives in Owerri markets. Authorities warn against violations ahead of the festive season.
Nigeria Stock Market Gains N1.29trn, ASI Rises 1.20%
The Nigerian Exchange closed positive on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, with investors gaining over N1.29 trillion. The All-Share Index rose by 1.20%. Read the full market analysis.
Asian Markets Up Ahead of US Jobs, Inflation Data
Most Asian markets gained Wednesday, tracking Wall Street, as investors await crucial US jobs and inflation data that will shape the Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Read more.
Asian Markets Rise as US Rate Cut Bets Ease Japan Bond Fears
Asian stocks climbed Tuesday as weak US data fueled Fed rate cut optimism, offsetting concerns over rising Japanese bond yields. Samsung Electronics surged over 2% on its new triple-fold phone launch.
Asian markets mixed ahead of key US data, Fed decision
Asian markets showed mixed performance as investors await crucial US economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut next week. Oil prices surged on OPEC+ output decision.
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