Capital Market

Introduction When it comes to making great investment choices in the stock market, dealing with the right stockbroker is crucial. The selection is the way to go; especially if you want to optimize your returns. With the advancement of technology, trading in stocks has become much more … [Read more...] about What To Consider Before Choosing A Stockbroker

Introduction Ever wondered what hedge funds are? Who invests in them and why they are not a common type of financial investment?  Hedge Fund is a type of investment fund that used pooled funds from high net worth individuals or institutional investors and employs different risk management … [Read more...] about What Are Hedge Funds?

Introduction In simple terms, the dealing members of the NSE- Nigerian Stock Exchange- are institutions who are licensed by the Exchange as stockbrokers. They can buy and sell securities listed on the Nigerian stock exchange on behalf of the public.  The Nigerian Stock Exchange defines a … [Read more...] about Who Are The Dealing Members Of The Nigerian Stock Exchange

What is a Bond? A bond is a form of loan that provides the borrower with external funds to finance long-term investments. In the case of government bonds, they are used to finance current expenditure. Just like stocks, bonds are securities but a major difference between them is that … [Read more...] about Types of Bonds in Nigeria

Introduction Venture capital (VC) firms are companies in the business of investing. Unlike other investment companies, venture capitalists focus on funding and growing new companies. VCs typically receive a share of equity in the companies they fund. Upon maturity, VCs typically leave the … [Read more...] about 4 Active Industries for Venture Capital in Nigeria

What is Investment Banking? Investment Banking is for the creation and raising of capital for the government, companies and corporations. Investment banks provide financial advice to issuers on the issuing and placement of stocks. They help to facilitate mergers and acquisitions, assist in … [Read more...] about What is Investment Banking?

Introduction In the last few decades, Nigeria has enjoyed the buoyant impact of Foreign Direct Investment, especially with the emergence of the Fintech industry and other industries who have taken bold steps towards digital transformation. In 2018 alone, Nigeria recorded over USD99.6b in … [Read more...] about COVID-19: Impact On Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria

Introduction The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) is the most reliable institution for corporate organizations to raise equity capital. Over the years, many established companies have leveraged on the structure of the NSE to raise money from the general investing public. The companies listed on … [Read more...] about Listing Requirements of The Nigerian Stock Exchange

INTRODUCTION Sometimes, you might have an excellent idea for your business but lack the funds to execute it; this is when venture capital comes into play. Venture capital is a type of financing that investors provide to small businesses or startups. These investors are usually well off … [Read more...] about What is Venture Capital?

Investing In Treasury Bills In Nigeria Introduction If you are considering options of earning a significant return on your investment within a short period (weeks, months or max one year), then treasury bills should make your list. Investing in treasury bills in Nigeria is one of the most … [Read more...] about How To Invest In Treasury Bills