After a year of significant outflows, Nigeria's equity market celebrated a return to positive territory in 2025 with a net foreign portfolio inflow of ₦161.05 billion, a figure that appears to signal a revival of international confidence. This turnaround, which reversed the previous year's ₦59.21
In an economic climate defined by persistent uncertainty, the global over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives market has seen an extraordinary expansion, demonstrating its critical role as a tool for risk management. Recent data for the first half of 2025 revealed that the total notional outstanding
The modern financial markets present a significant paradox for traders, offering unprecedented access to information while simultaneously creating an environment rife with noise, distraction, and emotional pitfalls. Many traders find themselves navigating a fragmented digital landscape, juggling
The U.S. Exchange-Traded Fund industry underwent a monumental transformation in 2025, shattering previous records and fundamentally reshaping the investment landscape with an unprecedented influx of capital. The year was characterized by a voracious appetite for ETF products, driven by a confluence
Proprietary trading firms have emerged as a prominent pathway for skilled traders to access substantial capital, yet many find the landscape filled with restrictive rules and frustrating payout delays that undermine their potential for success. The appeal of trading a funded account without risking
The European Union's vast over-the-counter derivatives market has long operated within a complex and fragmented data landscape, posing significant challenges to post-trade transparency for all participants. In response to this persistent issue, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)
