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Lagos remains the state with the highest debt profile

Dennis Adesanoye - September 21, 2018

Nigerian total debt stock stood at $73.21 billion in Q2 2018.

Lagos remains the state with the highest debt profile

Analysis Dennis Adesanoye - September 21, 2018

Nigerian total debt stock stood at $73.21 billion in Q2 2018.

Nigerian Stock Market Gainers and Losers (Updated 9/20/2018)

Front Page Nairametrics - September 20, 2018

Nigerian stocks closed trading on positive note as the all share index rose 0.33%.

Mobile data in Nigeria among Africa’s cheapest

Economy & Politics Dennis Adesanoye - September 20, 2018

The high fee charged by MNOs on the continent makes the cost of data very expensive for most Africans.

Emerging markets getting “A Relief”

Analysis Op-Ed Contributor - September 20, 2018

In Africa, the Nigerian All Share Index rose by 0.56% on Tuesday.

‘Best and worst’ performing mutual funds in August

FEATURED Uche Ndimele - September 20, 2018

The selection is based on analysis conducted by Quantitative Financial Analytics.

Humble Pie: What Nigerian Government said about Nigeria Air Months ago

Business News Fikayo Owoeye - September 20, 2018

Hadi Sirika has announced that FG has suspended the launch of the proposed National carrier, Nigeria Air.

GDL organizes conference on building transgenerational businesses for business sector players

NM Partners NM Partners - September 19, 2018

Growth and Development Limited (GDL), a financial services group committed to creating wealth and transforming society took their efforts into generating value for the...

Dangote launches ‘BlocMaster’ for cement moulders

Companies NM Partners - September 19, 2018

Multitude of block makers in attendance lauded the company’s innovative efforts.

Emefiele, Elumelu, IMF Chief, others for FMDA Conference

NM Partners NM Partners - September 18, 2018

2018 Financial Markets Conference of the Financial Markets Dealers Association (FMDA).

FBNQuest lends its support to raising cancer awareness in Nigeria

Companies NM Partners - September 18, 2018

In furtherance of this, FBNQuest Merchant Bank joined the 2018 NSE Corporate Challenge to support the fight against cancer.

The 2018 GTBank Fashion Weekend set to hold in November

Companies NM Partners - September 18, 2018

Now in its third year, the GTBank Fashion Weekend has become the premier consumer-focused event.

I-invest will herald Nigeria’s evolution into a high-savings society

Companies NM Partners - September 18, 2018

I-invest will enable Nigerians to invest in T-Bills from any location at their convenience.

Investing

Difference Between Trade & Settlement Dates

Beginners Nairametrics - September 21, 2018

This is where the disparity between the trade and settlement date occurs.

Dailu update on Treasury Bills, Bonds, Forex etc.

Fixed Income Zedcrest Capital - September 20, 2018

The OBB and OVN rates remained relatively stable, closing today at 4.17% and 4.75% respectively,

Nigerian Stock Market Gainers and Losers (Updated 9/20/2018)

Front Page Nairametrics - September 20, 2018

Nigerian stocks closed trading on positive note as the all share index rose 0.33%.

‘Best and worst’ performing mutual funds in August

FEATURED Uche Ndimele - September 20, 2018

The selection is based on analysis conducted by Quantitative Financial Analytics.

Daily update on Treasury Bills, Bonds, Forex etc.

Fixed Income Zedcrest Capital - September 19, 2018

We expect rates to remain moderated tomorrow due to expected inflows from OMO T-bill maturities (c.N218bn).

Beginners

Difference Between Trade & Settlement Dates

This is where the disparity between the trade and settlement date occurs.

Nairametrics - September 21, 2018

Resort Saving blames suspension in trading for delay in Milost deal

Business News Onome Ohwovoriole - September 20, 2018

Resort Savings and Loans Plc has attributed the delay in Milost Global injecting funds to a technical suspension on its stock.

Armed robbery attack at a Union Bank branch leaves two dead

Business News Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 20, 2018

There was an incident of armed robbery attack yesterday at a Union Bank Plc branch in Ekiti State.

Nestoil’s CEO demands FG to increase gas pipeline in Nigeria

Business News Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 20, 2018

The businessman made this demand at the 2018 International Pipeline Technology and Security Conference.

Wema Bank commences SME loans in partnership with DBN

Business News Damilare Famuyiwa - September 20, 2018

Wema Bank Plc partners DBN

Ekocorp Plc announces new appointment to its Board

Business News Damilare Famuyiwa - September 20, 2018

The EKO represents the first letter of the surname of each of the 3 founders.

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Analysis

Lagos remains the state with the highest debt profile

Nigerian total debt stock stood at $73.21 billion in Q2 2018.

Dennis Adesanoye - September 21, 2018

Business News

Stakeholders are displeased with MTN over constant infractions

Some stakeholders in the Nigerian Stock Exchange have expressed displeasure over MTN's constant infractions and troubles with the Nigerian authorities.

Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 20, 2018

Editors Pick

Monster Energy drink leads Nigeria’s Energy drink market amidst health concerns

In recent times, there has been an increase in the number of energy drinks in the Nigerian market.

Fikayo Owoeye - September 20, 2018

FEATURED

‘Best and worst’ performing mutual funds in August

The selection is based on analysis conducted by Quantitative Financial Analytics.

Uche Ndimele - September 20, 2018

Business News

FG explains sale of its 21% shares in security printing company to CBN

The FG has signed over 21% of its ownership rights in NSPM to the CBN.

Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 19, 2018

Business News

Coca Cola’s interest in cannabis presents export opportunities for Nigeria

Coca-Cola said it has developed an interest in the cannabis drinks market.

Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 19, 2018

Companies

I-invest will herald Nigeria’s evolution into a high-savings society

I-invest will enable Nigerians to invest in T-Bills from any location at their convenience.

NM Partners - September 18, 2018

Business News

Banks to pay N10,000 fine for every failed electronic funds transfer

CBN to sanction banks for every failed electronic money transfer.

Damilare Famuyiwa - September 17, 2018

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Analysis

Lagos remains the state with the highest debt profile

Nigerian total debt stock stood at $73.21 billion in Q2 2018.

Dennis Adesanoye - September 21, 2018

Beginners

Difference Between Trade & Settlement Dates

This is where the disparity between the trade and settlement date occurs.

Nairametrics - September 21, 2018

Fixed Income

Dailu update on Treasury Bills, Bonds, Forex etc.

The OBB and OVN rates remained relatively stable, closing today at 4.17% and 4.75% respectively,

Zedcrest Capital - September 20, 2018

Front Page

Nigerian Stock Market Gainers and Losers (Updated 9/20/2018)

Nigerian stocks closed trading on positive note as the all share index rose 0.33%.

Nairametrics - September 20, 2018

How to invest

Financial Literacy

How To Cut Your Losses in a Bearish Market

Consult an investment advisor or broker before taking investment decisions.

Nairametrics - September 7, 2018

Editors Pick

How to Know If It’s A Ponzi Scheme

If it is too good to be true then it really isn't true!

Nairametrics - August 24, 2018

Editors Pick

What you need to know about Portfolio Diversification

You may have heard the statement, don’t carry all your eggs in one basket.

Uche Ndimele - August 3, 2018

Editors Pick

Pay attention to this when you want to choose the right Mutual Fund

All mutual fund investment companies are required to register in Nigeria.

Uche Ndimele - July 26, 2018

Stock Ideas

Editors Pick

Can Fidelity Bank Plc beat its all time best?

Fidelity Bank was incorporated on the 19th of November, 1987.

Onome Ohwovoriole - September 19, 2018

FEATURED

These penny stocks are on our watchlist this week

Stocks to watch comprises companies that were top gainers and losers last week.

Onome Ohwovoriole - September 17, 2018

FEATURED

Corporate Actions: New signings and a capital raise

Corporate actions are decisions taken by companies’ boards of directors.

Onome Ohwovoriole - September 16, 2018

Front Page

Stocks to watch: A fiery AGM and the saga continues

Stocks to watch this week comprises the top gainers and losers for the prior week.

Onome Ohwovoriole - September 10, 2018

Mutual Funds

FEATURED

‘Best and worst’ performing mutual funds in August

The selection is based on analysis conducted by Quantitative Financial Analytics.

Uche Ndimele - September 20, 2018

FEATURED

These are the fastest growing Mutual Funds in Nigeria in Q2 2018

Earlier in the year, mutual fund assets crossed the half trillion Naira mark.

Uche Ndimele - September 3, 2018

Analysis

Mutual Fund Prospectus explained – Part 2

A load is the fees investors pay for purchasing or selling mutual funds.

Uche Ndimele - August 30, 2018

Front Page

Mutual Fund Prospectus explained – Part 1

a mutual fund prospectus is an investor’s owner’s manual for a mutual fund.

Uche Ndimele - August 28, 2018

Financial Literacy

Beginners

Difference Between Trade & Settlement Dates

This is where the disparity between the trade and settlement date occurs.

Nairametrics - September 21, 2018

FEATURED

What You Need To Know About The Term “Basis Point”

It is typically used to express differences in interest rates of less than 1% per year.

Nairametrics - September 16, 2018

Financial Literacy

How To Cut Your Losses in a Bearish Market

Consult an investment advisor or broker before taking investment decisions.

Nairametrics - September 7, 2018

Beginners

What the terms ‘Capital Gains’ and ‘Investment Income’ mean

The terms Capital Gains and Investment Income are explained via clear and easy to understand illustrations.

Segun Olarinmoye - September 2, 2018

Corporate Stories

Cement Wars: The battle for Cement dominance between Ibeto vs Dangote

A story of the battle for Cement dominance in Africa's largest economy, Nigeria.

Nairametrics - August 25, 2018

Corporate Stories

Corporate Story: The rise and fall of HiTV

In this latest installment of Corporate Stories, we are going to tell the story of a young man, who dared to take on a mighty...

Ugo Obi-chukwu - January 2, 2018

Corporate Stories

Corporate Stories: The back story behind the UBA & STB Merger

In this month's episode, we tell the story of how one of the biggest deals in Nigeria's corporate history was executed with the heart of...

Ugo Obi-chukwu - November 15, 2017

Corporate Stories

#CorporateStories: Tiger Brands’ misadventure into Dangote Flourmills

This is a short account of the activities that underpinned Dangote Flour Mills’ remarkable 288% share price rally in 2016. The precursor to this, was...

Nairametrics - September 20, 2017

Corporate Stories

#CorporateStories: NSE and the 14.29 protocol

This is a narration on a stock market phenomenon called 14.29. It explains how the stock prices of some listed companies act suddenly to achieve determined...

Nairametrics - September 19, 2017

Corporate Stories

#CorporateStories: Eko Hospital and the ‘Barbarians’ at its gate

This story delves into the world of corporate mind games, maneuvers and one of the deftest company takeovers ever seen in Nigeria It all began in...

Nairametrics - September 16, 2017

Corporate Profiles

Editors Pick

Meet Bola Adesola, one of the few female bank CEOs in Nigeria

Bola Adesola is the CEO of Standard Chartered Bank and the only female CEO heading a Nigerian bank today.

Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 18, 2018

FEATURED

Meet Adenike Ogunlesi, Nigeria’s Queen of Needle and Thread

Clothing is one of the basic needs for every human because of the necessity attached to it across the globe.

Fikayo Owoeye - September 15, 2018

Front Page

This Bank CEO has had it rough with the authorities this year

Virtually every young professional aspires to continuously climb the corporate ladder.

Emmanuel Abara Benson - September 11, 2018

Editors Pick

Meet Sola Akinlade, co-founder of Nigeria’s foremost payment platform Paystack

The Nigerian financial space is currently being disrupted by a group of new companies building Fintech solutions.

Fikayo Owoeye - September 8, 2018

Podcast

EMM Podcast: What “black tax” means and how to avoid it

Everyday Money Matters is a Financial Literacy and Personal Finance radio show powered by Nairametrics.

Nairametrics - September 20, 2018

Podcast

BHH Podcast: The story behind SmartBcamp by John Obidi

On this thrilling episode, John Obidi, founder of SmartBcamp was with @Ugodre on Business Half Hour.

Nairametrics - September 18, 2018

Podcast

EMM Podcast: How to setup an investment club with friends

Everyday Money Matters is a Financial Literacy and Personal Finance radio show.

Nairametrics - September 13, 2018

Podcast

BHH Podcast: The story behind Jara.ng by Emeka Akano

On this episode, Emeka Akano, co-founder of Jara.ng shared his journey to entrepreneurship.

Nairametrics - September 11, 2018

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