The Editorial Team

Market update: FTSE 100 revs up a gear again

LONDON (Capital Markets in Africa) – The FTSE 100 has set off on a climb higher, nudging ahead again on a record-breaking run. The fresh pulse of positivity comes as ceasefire negotiations in the Middle East continue and a more optimistic sentiment washes over the London market. Even the surprise resignation of HSBC boss Noel Quinn, didn’t stop the banking giant from posting share price gains this morning. Sharp gains may be held back, with…

Why Attend AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024

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LONDON (Capital Markets in Africa) – AFSIC – Investing in Africa is the leading Africa focused investment conference and is held annually in London. AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024 takes place 7th-9th October 2024 at Park Plaza Westminster. At the heart of AFSIC is dialogue focusing on nurturing investment and collaboration across the investment value chain and driving sustainable growth in Africa. AFSIC prides itself on being so much more than a conference as…

Renewable Energy: The Hottest Investment Space in Africa?

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LONDON (Capital Markets in Africa) – Renewable Energy is one of the hottest investment spaces in Africa and AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024 will continue to highlight important discussions from top companies on the topic in our Sustainable Development stream sponsored by Executives in Africa and our Powering Africa stream: www.afsic.net/agenda. We’ll listen to voices from the investors: AIMS international, US International Development Finance Corporation, African Development Bank, Rand Merchant Bank, Norfund, Catalyst Fund, Gemcorp, GIZ,…

15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation and Excellence Awards 2024

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Ethiopia, 14th August 2024 – The International Center for Strategic Alliances proudly presents the 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation and Excellence Awards 2024; Ethiopia in Addis Ababa, scheduled for August 14th, 2024. Esteemed global executives, experts, and leaders will convene to drive the banking industry forward into a new era of innovation and excellence. This summit, in collaboration with the prestigious Connected Banking Innovation & Excellence Awards, will assemble a distinguished cohort of…

FTSE 100 back in the red amid inflation update and earning season ramp up

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Sophie Lund-Yates, lead equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: The disheartening inflation data this morning hasn’t helped the FTSE into positive territory. While inflation is certainly moving in the right direction, it’s still higher than the market expected, which will disappoint those expecting an earlier-than-forecast interest rate cut from the Bank of England. Core inflation has also surprised to the downside, which will have added an extra layer of pressure to early trading. Investors are also reacting…

Rethinking Card Issuing in an Age of Fintech Disruption

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Traditional banks face challenges in modernising card issuing to keep up with new competitors. Fintech disruptors and evolving consumer preferences could affect existing revenue streams, prompting urgency in card modernisation. Legacy systems, regulatory constraints, and budget constraints hinder progress. Here’s how a CMS Gateway can bridge the gap between old and new; enabling banks to navigate change, innovate swiftly, and stay relevant in a dynamic landscape. Debit and credit card issuing is a major contributor…

5th Edition Connected Africa- Africa’s Premier Telecom Summit

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Johannesburg, South Africa – The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated 5th Edition Connected Africa- Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024, set to be held on May 22nd, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa. This esteemed summit stands as a beacon for Africa’s telecom sector, gathering global executives, experts, and leaders dedicated to sculpting the future of telecommunications across the continent. Under the theme “Building a Connected Global Economy,” the…

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