Beyond Mission 300: Nigeria Goes Big On Electricity With New Multi-Million Dollar Deal
Months after the Mission 300 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where leaders of African nations and international partners committed to expand access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to 300 million people in Africa by 2030, Nigeria has taken a bold move in this direction. Nigeria, Africa’s biggest economy, entered into a $200 million agreement […]
Trade Tensions Pull Down Major European Markets
European stock markets began the week on a downward trend. This development reflects investor concerns over escalating global trade tensions and potential economic downturns. The pan-European STOXX 600 index declined by 0.3%, reaching a three-week low. In London, the FTSE 100 index fell by 0.4% to 8,643 points, with notable declines in mining companies and […]
How Traders Are Making Money From Volatility Created By Trump-Induced Trade Wars With China, Others
The ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China on the one hand and the US and countries such as Canada, Mexico and others on the other hand, have led to increased market volatility, presenting both challenges and opportunities for investors. In this article, more attention will be on the trade face-off between the […]
Trump’s Presidency: US-China Tensions Worsen, Cause Global Trade Disruptions
The U.S.-China trade war, which began in 2018, escalated in early 2025, especially with the inauguration of President Donald Trump who won second term years after he served his first term. Trump slammed tariffs on China, Canada, Mexico and other countries after he returned to power in the US. In January, China imposed export controls […]
Mission 300: The Key Players, $50B+ And Other Major Commitments Made During The Historic African Energy Summit
At least 30 African Heads of State and governments pledged to implement reforms to improve access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity during the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. They also committed to driving economic growth, job creation, and improved living standards. The Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration, a major […]
Beyond Trade Wars: How Trump-Ramaphosa Face-Off Is Affecting Other Key Areas
After his inauguration for his second term in the US, President Donald Trump surprised the world by slamming tariffs on some countries, including China—a major economic force—and other nations such as Canada and Mexico. Those countries took steps to retaliate, leading to trade tensions which have heightened uncertainty in the global market, however, some of […]
A Look At How Greenfield FDIs Fared In 2024 Across Top Sectors
A report has shown how global greenfield Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs)—that is, FDIs in foreign countries—performed last year across various sectors. In 2024, global FDIs reached at least $1.23tn, driven by large-scale projects in energy, technology, and infrastructure. According to fDi Intelligence, renewable energy remained the top sector, attracting $258bn despite a 30% decline. Also, […]
Investors Trooping To Thailand With Billions Of Dollars: Key Players And Areas They Are Investing
Thailand is witnessing a surge in investment, with the government expecting at least 1 trillion baht ($28.8 billion) in 2025. This is even as the second-largest economy in Southeast Asia makes keen efforts to attract more foreign investors to commit their funds to the country. This follows a record-breaking 1.14 trillion baht ($32.8 billion) in […]
Bitcoin Falls To Its Lowest Since November After Panic Sell-Off
Bitcoin has recorded a major decline this week, dropping sharply from over $100,000 to around $91,200. This development marks its lowest price since November 2024. This steep fall has caused ripples across the entire cryptocurrency market, leading to substantial liquidations and heightening trader panic amid market uncertainty. Just like Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies such as XRP, […]
Trade Tensions: List Of Countries Most Exposed To Changes In US Trade Policy Under Trump
In 2025 and beyond, trade tensions are likely going to dominate global economic discourse, with potential shifts in US trade policy under President Trump posing serious risks. As Trump is set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025, the prospect of increased tariffs looms large, threatening to disrupt global value chains and destabilise key trading […]