Category: Business

June 17 2025

Al-Waleed bin Talal Returns to Public Life, Reclaims Status as Richest Arab

Saudi billionaire Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal is back in the spotlight, drawing both applause and curiosity after a period out of the public eye. Now credited as the world's richest Arab, the investor's reappearance is making waves in international business circles.

May 14 2025

Kenya Power Schedules Major 8-Hour Outages Across Six Counties for Maintenance on April 24

Kenya Power plans to cut power for up to eight hours in six counties—including Nairobi and Kisii—on April 24, 2025, as crews tackle regular line upgrades and respond to construction work. The move affects markets, schools, and other key areas as the utility promises more reliable service in return.

May 6 2025

Skechers Strikes $9.4 Billion Buyout with 3G Capital, Stock Jumps 25%

Skechers is going private in a $9.4 billion deal with 3G Capital, giving shareholders a big premium and boosting its stock by 25%. The leadership team will stay put as uncertainty over global trade remains. Skechers continues to rely on Asian imports and earns most of its revenue abroad.

November 11 2024

Growing Institutional Adoption of Bitcoin: Why Financial Giants Can't Ignore Cryptocurrency

With increasing institutional interest in Bitcoin, financial entities may find it necessary to reevaluate their stance toward cryptocurrencies. Reports indicate a significant number of institutions in the US, Europe, and Asia are investing in digital assets or plan to do so. Investments by major players like hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones highlight rising institutional confidence, amid a climate of growing regulatory clarity and potential Bitcoin advantages.

October 25 2024

FirstBank Transitions to Cloud-Based Platform: Impacts and Preparations for Vendors

FirstBank of Nigeria is set to transition to a cloud-based procurement system, aiming to enhance efficiency in its operations. This critical move is expected to occur between October 26 and November 4, 2024, temporarily affecting vendors' interactions through the existing platform. The shift, which does not affect customer services, highlights the bank's commitment to digital transformation, promising a smoother, future-ready financial infrastructure.

October 12 2024

France Unveils Bold Plan to Inject Billions: Taxing the Wealthy and Curtailing Public Spending

Prime Minister Michel Barnier's new French government is gearing up to tackle the nation's staggering debt through a budget that includes spending cuts and tax increases on affluent businesses and households. A draft revealing these plans, aimed to comply with EU spending mandates by 2029, will be released shortly. The legislation promises to reinforce state finances by €60.6 billion, primarily fueled by expenditure cutbacks.

August 5 2024

Bitcoin's Sharp Decline Amid Market Turmoil Stirs Investor Caution

Bitcoin’s value has seen a dramatic drop of nearly 10% over the past week, mirroring a broader selloff in financial markets. Factors such as rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and tighter monetary policies by central banks have contributed. The Federal Reserve's recent interest rate hikes have pushed investors towards safer investments, affecting the crypto market significantly.

July 23 2024

Mele Kyari Refutes Allegations of NNPC Involvement in Malta Blending Plant Amid Dangote's Claims

NNPC CEO Mele Kyari has strongly denied allegations made by Aliko Dangote that some NNPC workers are running a blending plant in Malta, impacting local procurement of petroleum products. Kyari emphasized no connection to such operations in Malta or anywhere else, and assured strict sanctions for any involved employees.

April 30 2024

Intervention or Fluctuation: Exploring the Japanese Government's Role in the Yen's Recent Surge

Amidst market speculation, the Japanese yen experienced an abrupt rise against the US dollar, suspected to be fueled by governmental intervention. This strategic move appears to counteract the detrimental effects of rising U.S. interest rates on the yen.

Category: Business

Al-Waleed bin Talal Returns to Public Life, Reclaims Status as Richest Arab

Kenya Power Schedules Major 8-Hour Outages Across Six Counties for Maintenance on April 24

Skechers Strikes $9.4 Billion Buyout with 3G Capital, Stock Jumps 25%

Growing Institutional Adoption of Bitcoin: Why Financial Giants Can't Ignore Cryptocurrency

FirstBank Transitions to Cloud-Based Platform: Impacts and Preparations for Vendors

France Unveils Bold Plan to Inject Billions: Taxing the Wealthy and Curtailing Public Spending

Bitcoin's Sharp Decline Amid Market Turmoil Stirs Investor Caution

Mele Kyari Refutes Allegations of NNPC Involvement in Malta Blending Plant Amid Dangote's Claims

Intervention or Fluctuation: Exploring the Japanese Government's Role in the Yen's Recent Surge

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