What Is Annual Percentage Rate (APR)?Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the yearly interest charged to borrowers or paid to investors. It represents the actual yearly cost of funds over the term of a loan or income earned on an investment. APR includes fees and additional costs associated with the tran
The foreign exchange (forex) industry is a dynamic and rapidly changing field. In Nigeria, financial institutions are making significant strides towards digital transformation to keep pace with these changes. One such institution leading the way is BDSwiss.BDSwiss has made a substantial inv
In the world of finance, there are various financial instruments that professionals use to manage risk and hedge against future uncertainties. One such instrument is a Forward Rate Agreement (FRA). In this article, we will explore what a FRA is, how it works, and its significance in the financial ma
TranscriptWorld Finance: So: a new economy minister for France. Is he the man to turn the country around?Gaspard Koenig:He is clearly well-educated, understands the economy… has a grasp of it, at leas...
Banking|Digital BankingAuthor:Teza Ngulube, Head of Retail and Digital Banking, Atlas Mara ZambiaTop 5Top 5 forces that will shape international finance in 2023Top 5 female-fronted fintech firmsTop 5 ...
TranscriptUdom Emmanuel took governorship of the Nigerian state Akwa Ibom in 2015. Since then he has transformed the southern coastal region from a civil service state into an attractive destination f...
With a 125-year history and an expanding international network, FirstBank of Nigeria has a solid foundation for its private banking division to offer first-class, tailored services to high net worth customers. Idowu Thompson, the Group Head of FirstBank Private Banking, explains how the bank underst
Mashreq Bank, a pioneer in the UAE’s banking industry, has consistently been at the forefront of financial innovation. As the country’s oldest bank, it has a rich history of expanding financial services and achieving numerous notable firsts.As we move further into the digital age, Mashreq Bank is
The yuan has continued to depreciate against the dollar since August 2015Government policy|Infrastructure|NewsAuthor:Kim DarrahTop 5Top 5 forces that will shape international finance in 2023Top 5 fema...
