October proved to be a strong month for several equities on the Ghana Stock Exchange, with notable gains among financial, consumer, and petroleum companies. This article provides a breakdown of top performers, both for October and year-to-date, highlighting key equities that outperformed the market in recent months. Equity Share Price (GH¢) October Returns Full Year … Read more
As housing prices rise, particularly in popular areas like upstate New York, military families and veterans looking to buy homes are feeling the squeeze. For first-time homebuyers in the veteran community, the financial journey can feel daunting, especially with today’s high mortgage rates hovering around 7%. However, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loan program … Read more
Managing personal finances effectively can feel overwhelming, especially with the wealth of information available today. To simplify things, here’s a concise guide that distills a decade’s worth of personal finance wisdom into ten key principles you can implement quickly. 1. Create a Budget 2. Build an Emergency Fund 3. Pay Off High-Interest Debt 4. Invest … Read more
In a significant move aimed at enhancing its strategic expansion into Francophone Africa, Centum Investment Company PLC (Ticker: CTUM) has announced a partnership with ITM Holdings, a prominent HR firm. This collaboration is expected to bolster Centum’s presence in Kenya’s rapidly growing Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector, as outlined in a joint statement from the … Read more
On September 27, 2024, the Nigerian All-Share Index (ASI) saw a slight decline, dropping by 0.07% or 64.88 points to close at 98,458.68. This dip came in spite of a significant surge in market volume, indicating a complex day of trading. Market Activity and Volume Surge The day was marked by a robust increase in … Read more
FlapKap, a leading fintech platform based in Abu Dhabi, has raised $34 million in new debt and equity funding to accelerate its mission of supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This pre-Series A funding round was led by BECO Capital and included significant new investment from … Read more
Retirement planning is crucial for ensuring financial stability and a comfortable lifestyle in your later years. However, many people make common mistakes that can jeopardize their retirement plans. Here are the most frequent pitfalls to avoid: 1. Underestimating Retirement Expenses One of the biggest mistakes is underestimating how much you’ll need to live comfortably in … Read more
Retirement refers to the withdrawal from one’s position or occupation, marking the end of their active working life. It can be a complete cessation of work or a semi-retirement with reduced work hours. Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation, you can ensure a comfortable and stress-free future. Here’s the ultimate … Read more
Retirement – that elusive chapter of life where the pursuit of leisure and the avoidance of alarm clocks take center stage. But how do you ensure that the financial orchestra plays a sweet serenade during your golden years? Fear not, for the retirement calculator is here to breakdown the numerical symphony and guide you towards … Read more
Cameroon-based fintech startup, Koree, is making waves in the financial technology landscape with a recent pre-seed funding injection of $200,000. The backing comes from a consortium of investors, including Cameroon Angels Network, Catalytic Africa, Digital Africa, and various private backers. Empowering Users to Save Spare Change Koree’s innovative solution addresses the challenge of spare change … Read more