Category: News
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South Africa Business Confidence Rising: A Recovering but Still Vulnerable Market
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South Africa is entering a quietly significant phase in its economic cycle—one defined not by dramatic resurgence, but by a measured restoration of confidence. Business sentiment has climbed to its highest level in years, reflecting a shift in tone among investors, executives, and institutional players who are beginning to re-engage…
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The UK Economy Is Under Pressure But Still Strategic
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The United Kingdom is moving through a moment of quiet tension—an economy under visible pressure, yet still positioned with the kind of strategic depth that keeps global investors watching closely. Nowhere is this duality more evident than in London, a city that continues to project financial authority even as underlying…
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South Africa Gets R900 billion In Investment Pledges
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South Africa is once again commanding the attention of global capital—an economy that, despite its complexities, continues to inspire significant financial commitment from investors who understand the long game. In 2026 alone, the country has secured nearly R900 billion in investment pledges, a figure that speaks not only to its…
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Pressure Builds Across Emerging Economies as Debt, Energy Costs and Weak Growth Collide
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Developing markets are coming under intensifying pressure as a dangerous mix of rising debt burdens, higher energy import costs, and slowing growth begins to reshape the global economic risk landscape. Across several emerging economies, the strain is becoming harder to ignore. Governments already grappling with fragile public finances are facing…
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AI Emerges as a Bright Spot as Global Uncertainty Weighs on The Economy
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As geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns, and slower global growth continue to weigh on investor sentiment, artificial intelligence is emerging as one of the few forces helping support confidence in the global economic outlook. While much of the market is navigating uncertainty, investment tied to Artificial Intelligence continues to stand out…
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Energy Shock Fuels Market Anxiety as Strait of Hormuz Tension Rises
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Renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are sending fresh waves of anxiety through global markets, as investors weigh the risks of disruption along one of the world’s most strategically important energy corridors. Oil and gas prices have moved higher amid concerns that instability in the region could affect the…
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DTB pre- tax profit jumps by 26%, increases dividend to KShs 9 per share
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Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) today announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, delivering strong growth across key financial indicators. Pre- tax profits rose by a significant 26% whilst profit after tax increased by 21% to KShs 10.7 billion. This reflected a significant 15% increase in total…
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YENGOLF Partners with WIN Group to Boost Golf Tournaments and Lifestyle Events
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YENGOLF has entered into a strategic partnership with WIN Group Management Limited aimed at expanding golf tournaments and enhancing lifestyle experiences linked to the sport in Kenya. The partnership was officially announced during a press briefing held at YENGOLF’s offices located at Runda Mall in Nairobi. Through the collaboration, WIN…
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Old Mutual PLC Reports KES 856 million Profit After Tax
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Old Mutual Holdings PLC has reported a profit after tax of KES 856 million for the yearconsolidated profit before tax of KES 1.9 billion, supported by strong performance inthemanagement businesses. Assets under management at Old Mutual Investment GroupThe Group that operates in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and South Sudan recorded aDuring…
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Trust Merchant Bank Boosts Capacity with Enhanced Banking Platform
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Trust Merchant Bank (TMB) has resumed full branch operations across the Democratic Republic of Congo, leveraging an upgraded core banking system to enhance service delivery and support future growth. The improved system is expected to boost the bank’s capacity to handle increased transaction volumes while meeting the evolving needs of…