Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops To 23.71% In April
Nigeria’s inflation rate has fallen to 23.71% in April 2025, while food inflation declined to 21.36%.
Markets
Telecommunications is the Backbone of The Economy, Airtel CEO Dinesh Balsingh Declares
Airtel CEO Dinesh Balsingh has highlighted the economic impact of telecommunications as a vital sector for national growth.
Nigeria Unveils Bold Energy Plan, Targets 3 Million Barrels Daily Output
Nigeria launches energy reform drive at Africa Energies Summit, aiming to become Africa’s top destination for oil and gas investment.
UAE President Reaffirms Commitment To US Partnership During Trump Visit
The UAE is eager to deepen its alliance with US, President Sheikh Mohamed told Trump during his Abu Dhabi visit
Nigeria Secures Over $8bn Deepwater Oil and Gas FIDs as Presidential Reforms Spur Investment
The FG has revealed that Tinubu’s reforms have attracted over $8bn in deepwater oil and gas investments in under a year.
Qatar Airways Signs $200 Billion Deal With Boeing For 160 Jets During Trump’s Visit
Qatar Airways signed a $200 billion deal for 160 jets with Boeing during US President Trump’s visit to Qatar.
Nigeria’s online source for up-to-date information on what the stock markets are doing today. ARISE News brings you world stock market coverage along with breaking news, data analysis and comment. Whether you are at home or overseas you can rely on our coverage.
Commodities and Futures
The last couple of years have seen several agricultural products rise in importance in the Nigerian economy and cocoa beans, sesame, cashew and rice are all ones to watch this year. As well as the traditional oil. Experts will also be keeping a keen eye on the growing rise in fertillizers.
Now Is A Great Time To Invest In Nigeria, Shettima Says To Islamic Development Bank
Shettima has said that now is a great time to invest in Nigeria, citing Tinubu’s critical economic reforms.
World Bank: NNPC Remittance Fell By N500 Billion In 2024 Despite Revenue Growth
NNPC’s remittance to the federation account dropped by N500 billion in 2024 despite a revenue surge, World Bank reports
US Supreme Court Deliberates Over Trump’s Bid to Limit Birthright Citizenship
The plaintiffs argued that Trump’s directive violated the 14th Amendment, which long has been understood to confer citizenship.
Commodities
We watch the commodities market closely to keep you informed with the very latest information on global movements in oil, natural gas, precious and industrial metals, sugar and other agricultural products amongst others.
Currencies and Forex
Whether you are at home or part of the successful Nigerian diaspora, this is a market to keep a close watch on. ARISE News brings you the latest on the most important global currencies as well as latest news and comment on the growing strength of the Naira.
NYSE
The world’s largest stock exchange. Technology is now at the heart of the NYSE, which prides itself as the market for innovation, with an average of 2.4 billion shares exchanging hands every day. With it’s famous trading floor and opening and closing bell, it is now the only in-person trading venue for global equities exchange.
NASDAQ
The largest electronic stock market in the world and second largest in terms of securities’ values. One to watch for energy, finance, healthcare, technology and transportation as well as being well-known for high-tech stocks. Using the NASDAQ Composite Index to measure the change in the over 3,000 stocks traded on NASDAQ. Look out for the likes of Apple, Microsoft and Amazon.
FTSE
The FTSE 100, colloquially known as the ‘Footsie’, is an index made up of share of the 100 largest companies on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). Historical ties between our nation and the UK make it a popular choice for many Nigerian investors wishing to invest in established companies such as Barclays, HSBC, BP and BAE. As well as the wildly successful younger companies such as AstraZeneca.
JSE
The largest stock exchange in Africa, it has come along way from its roots in the South African Gold Rush, having been established in 1887. The natural home for African investors, we watch with excitement as we see the rise in stocks such as Master Drilling Group, Sentova Ltd and Novus Holdings Ltd.
