Convertible bonds provide the platinum solution for issuers and investors Published by Dave Sinclair on 21 June 2017 RBPlat’s convertible bonds were issued at par and pay a fixed coupon at a rate of 7% per annum payable semi-annually in arrears.
Activity in African capital markets shows significant decline in 2016 Published by Staff Writer on 16 February 2017 2016 marked a challenging year for African equity markets in the wake of lower economic growth and political upheaval around the globe.
Barclays Africa CEO on taking the continent’s capital markets to the next level Published by Kate Douglas on 5 June 2015 Although African capital markets are attracting growing interest, activity still remains subdued.
Integrating West African stock exchanges could boost liquidity Published by Kate Douglas on 11 May 2015 The common platform for cross-border listing and trading will improve liquidity and trade volumes in West Africa, says NSE executive director.
Allan Gray on finding investment opportunities in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 6 May 2015 Investing in Africa has its constraints, but the continent also presents a range of compelling opportunities.
Eye on North Africa: November 2010 Published by Francois Conradie on 1 December 2010 The month of November saw quite a bit of action in North Africa both economically and politically.
African equity investment options set to expand Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 4 November 2010 Sub-Saharan Africa could well have another stock market joining its ranks next year, with the news that Lesotho is planning to open an exchange before the end of 2011, according to its finance minister Timothy Thahane.