Shares of Micron Technology rose more than 7% after the memory chip maker announced plans to increase its investment in the United States to more than $250 billion by 2035, up from its previous commitment of $200 billion. The company said the additional investment is being driven by the growing global demand for memory chips, … Read more
In this edition of financial analysis on BANKiBUSINESS.COM, I want to break down an interesting interview from Follow the Money by Nairametrics, where the Group CEO of Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), the parent company of GTBank, shared insights about the bank’s 2025 performance, dividend strategy, foreign operations, and long-term outlook. As an investor or … Read more
A 24-year-old Nigerian student has sparked conversations online after sharing proof of a dividend payment he received from MTN Nigeria. The student, identified as Peter Ogundiran, posted a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) showing that ₦27,000 had been credited to his bank account as dividend income from his MTN shares. The post quickly gained attention, … Read more
When you look at the Nigerian stock market today, you will notice something interesting. Guaranty Trust Holding Company and Zenith Bank are trading almost like twins in terms of price movement. At first glance, many investors may assume they are similar in structure and performance. But from my experience as a financial educator and business … Read more
We have seen this situation play out again and again, especially during dividend season on the Nigerian Exchange. You open your phone, see announcements from Guaranty Trust Holding Company and other NGX-listed companies, and naturally, you expect to see the money reflect in your account almost immediately. But then nothing happens, and that is when … Read more
The Nigerian equity market is still holding close to recent highs, but the structure beneath the surface is changing. What used to be a broad-based rally is now becoming more selective, with only a few heavyweight stocks driving most of the gains. At the same time, global markets, especially in the United States are entering … Read more
As a business and financial coach, I always tell people that understanding the stock market is not just for professionals. Even if you are a beginner, paying attention to daily trading summaries can teach you a lot about how money moves in Nigeria. The Nigerian Exchange is one of the key indicators of economic activity, … Read more
Before you think the biggest mistake in the stock market is losing money, let me tell you the truth from my experience. The real danger is regret. I have seen people make profits and still feel bad, and that kind of mindset is what leads to bigger financial mistakes over time. If you don’t understand … Read more
Before you decide whether to start a business or invest in stocks in Nigeria, I want you to read this carefully. From my experience and what I have seen over time, many people rush into one option without fully understanding what they are getting into. That single mistake has cost people money, time, and even … Read more
As a business and financial coach, this is one of the most common questions I get from young Nigerians who are just entering the investment space. Many people are now using modern apps to buy shares, and it feels smooth, easy, and almost automatic. So naturally, they assume everything, including dividend payments, is already taken … Read more