Emmanuel Paul

2 weeks ago | financeinafrica.com | Emmanuel Paul

The United States’ Trump administration has unveiled sweeping new tariffs to nearly every country in the world. These “reciprocal tariffs” have targeted dozens of African countries, with the claim that these nations have been charging the U.S high duties for years. Per the Trump administration, Lesotho, Madagascar, Botswana and Mauritius have been charging the US up to 99%, 95% and 80% in tariffs.

3 weeks ago | financeinafrica.com | Emmanuel Paul

After years of advising on Eurobonds from a safe distance, JP Morgan has decided to open a full-fledged branched office in Nigeria. The Wall Street giant will be converting its Lagos rep office to a full-service branch. It has applied to the Central Bank of Nigeria for a merchant banking license. The New York giant, led locally by Dayo Olagunju, isn’t just here to advise anymore. JP Morgan wants to move beyond advisory and asset management into dollar loans for Nigeria’s largest companies.

3 weeks ago | financeinafrica.com | Emmanuel Paul

For decades, Nigeria’s asset management industry rewarded stability, tradition, and staying in line. But the rules are changing. The space has long been dominated by large, traditional players operating within tightly regulated boundaries. Innovation has often taken a back seat to compliance, and many firms prefer to play it safe rather than take bold bets on product design or underserved market segments. But a relatively young entrant is hoping to challenge that status quo.

Nov 20, 2024 | medium.com | Emmanuel Paul

Emmanuel Paul·Follow2 min read·--X-banking can significantly contribute to the growth of the crypto world in several ways and some of them are ;Facilitating Crypto AdoptionEasy on-ramps: X-banking platforms can provide seamless fiat-to-crypto conversion. User-friendly interfaces: Simplifying crypto transactions and management. Education and support: Offering resources and assistance for crypto newcomers.

Nov 17, 2024 | medium.com | Emmanuel Paul

Emmanuel Paul · Follow 2 min read · -- A lot of people still don’t know a lot about X banking, for the benefit of everyone, this is xbanking as a whole; Before anything anything we must know what X banking is; X-banking, also known as digital banking or online banking, refers to the digital transformation of traditional banking services and provision of banking services through digital channels, such as: Online platforms (websites, mobile apps) Mobile devices (smartphones, tablets) Digital...