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January 14, 2026

African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Opportunities and Impact on African Trade

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a cornerstone of U.S.-Africa trade relations, designed to promote economic growth, investment, and job creation in sub-Saharan Africa. Established in 2000, AGOA grants duty-free

BUSINESS·Finance·MARKETS·U.S. Markets·United States·WORLD

January 14, 2026

US Tariff Revenue Dropped by Almost $3 Billion from November to December

In a notable shift in U.S. trade finances, tariff revenue collected by the federal government fell sharply — by nearly $3 billion — between November and December. This drop reflects changes in import activity,

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January 10, 2026

Standard Chartered and Coinbase Expand Institutional Digital Asset Collaboration

On December 12, 2025, Standard Chartered and Coinbase deepened their partnership to offer a broader range of digital asset services. This collaboration is designed to provide institutional clients with new solutions for

Nigeria Import Duties Cut to Ease Costs

Nigeria import duties are set for major cuts as the government moves to ease inflation and reduce living costs. The policy takes effect on July 1 and targets key sectors. It aims

April 14, 2026

BUSINESS·MARKETS

DRC Gold Reforms Target Smuggling Losses

DRC Gold Reforms are gaining momentum as authorities in Kinshasa move to tighten control over a sector long affected by smuggling and weak oversight. At the same time, the government has outlined

April 7, 2026

BUSINESS·MARKETS·News

African Banking Revenues Cross $100 Billion Mark

African banking revenues have surpassed the $100 billion milestone for the first time, marking a defining moment in the continent’s financial evolution. This surge reflects a sector that is no longer driven

March 31, 2026

MARKETS·News

Ethiopia FDI Growth Leads East Africa

Ethiopia FDI growth has accelerated dramatically, with $18.6 billion in foreign direct investment flowing into the country over the past five years. This performance places Ethiopia second only to Egypt on the

March 17, 2026

BUSINESS·MARKETS·Wealth

Gold Prices Fall as Dollar Gains and Trump Tariffs Loom

The global commodities market saw a sharp reversal on Tuesday. Gold prices fell by more than 1% during the morning session. This move pulled bullion back from a three-week peak. The drop

February 24, 2026

BUSINESS·Global Market Data·U.S. Markets

South African Rand Gains Ahead of Central Bank Rate Decision

The South African rand gained slightly in early trading on Friday. Traders are looking ahead to the central bank’s interest rate decision next week. The currency traded at 16.11 against the US

January 23, 2026

MARKETS

African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Opportunities and Impact on African Trade

US Tariff Revenue Dropped by Almost $3 Billion from November to December

Standard Chartered and Coinbase Expand Institutional Digital Asset Collaboration

Nigeria Import Duties Cut to Ease Costs

DRC Gold Reforms Target Smuggling Losses

African Banking Revenues Cross $100 Billion Mark

Ethiopia FDI Growth Leads East Africa

Gold Prices Fall as Dollar Gains and Trump Tariffs Loom

South African Rand Gains Ahead of Central Bank Rate Decision

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