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L’Oréal Shines with Strong 2025 Results
E-commerce growth, profitability gains, and strategic board changes set the stage for an ambitious 2026.
L’Oréal reported robust financial performance in 2025, with sales climbing to €44.05 billion, a 4% like-for-like increase.
Growth was broad-based across divisions and regions, with Professional Products leading the momentum and a strong acceleration in the second half of the year.
E-commerce sales rose by double digits, now accounting for over 30% of total revenue.
Profitability improved as the gross margin reached 74.3% and the operating margin rose to 20.2%.
Earnings per share stood at €12.71, while the dividend per share was raised to €7.20. Net cash flow increased to €7.2 billion, up 7.8% year-on-year.
Beyond financials, L’Oréal reinforced its sustainability leadership, earning a CDP triple ‘A’ rating for the tenth consecutive year and ranking in the global top 1% for environmental and social performance by EcoVadis.
NGX Hits Historic Highs with ₦6.76 Trillion Weekly Gain
Q4 2025 earnings beat sales expectations but miss profit forecasts, as investors react sharply to bold 2026 spending plans.
The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) achieved a record-breaking performance, with market capitalization rising by ₦6.76 trillion in just one week.
Analysts attribute the surge to strong corporate earnings, favorable government policies, and increased investor participation from both local and foreign markets.
The rally underscores the resilience of Nigeria’s capital market and positions NGX as one of Africa’s fastest-growing exchanges.
This historic gain signals optimism about broader economic prospects, with expectations of sustained momentum in the weeks ahead.
NGX Hits Historic Highs with ₦6.76 Trillion Weekly Gain
Market capitalization surges past ₦117 trillion as energy, banking, and telecom stocks fuel Nigeria’s record-breaking rally.
The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) recorded a historic surge, posting a ₦6.76 trillion gain in market capitalization within a single week.
This milestone reflects strong investor confidence, driven by robust corporate earnings, favorable policy signals, and increased participation from both local and foreign investors.
Analysts highlight that the rally underscores the resilience of Nigeria’s capital market, positioning it as one of the fastest-growing exchanges in Africa.
The record-breaking performance also signals optimism about broader economic prospects, with expectations of sustained momentum in the weeks ahead.
CAC Celebrates 35 Years with Free Registrations
Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission offers 3,500 entrepreneurs free business name registration, boosting digital formalization and easing start-up costs.
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is marking its 35th anniversary with a special initiative offering free business name registrations.
The move is designed to encourage entrepreneurship, support small businesses, and promote formalization of enterprises across Nigeria.
By waiving registration fees, the CAC aims to reduce barriers for startups and micro-businesses, fostering greater participation in the formal economy. Officials highlighted that the gesture reflects the commission’s commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and strengthening Nigeria’s business environment as it celebrates more than three decades of service.
IEA Projects Global Oil Surplus in 2026
Supply expected to exceed demand by 3.73 million barrels per day, raising concerns over market stability and energy pricing.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that global oil supply will exceed demand in 2026 by about 3.73 million barrels per day, creating a surplus that could pressure prices and raise concerns about market stability.
This outlook reflects increased production capacity and slower-than-expected demand growth, signaling potential challenges for energy markets and producers worldwide.
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IMF maintains cautious outlook amid inflation and geopolitic
Trade uncertainty, high interest rates, and weak demand weigh on recovery
The global economy is showing signs of stability but continues to face significant risks from inflation, high interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty.
International financial institutions project moderate growth across major economies, reflecting resilience in key sectors such as technology, services, and infrastructure.
However, the pace of expansion remains below historic averages, as tighter monetary policies and cautious investment sentiment continue to limit stronger recovery.
In advanced economies, central banks have maintained elevated interest rates to control inflation, which surged following global supply disruptions and energy market volatility.
While inflation has begun to ease in some regions, borrowing costs remain high, affecting business expansion, housing markets, and consumer spending.
Economists note that while these measures are necessary to stabilize prices, they also slow economic activity in the short term.
Emerging markets are playing an increasingly important role in sustaining global economic momentum.
Countries across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa are attracting investment through infrastructure development, digital innovation, and expanding consumer markets.
These regions are benefiting from population growth, urbanization, and rising demand for technology and services, positioning them as key drivers of future global growth.
Despite the challenges, financial markets remain cautiously optimistic. Investment in artificial intelligence, energy transition, and digital infrastructure continues to support economic activity.
However, analysts warn that geopolitical tensions, trade uncertainty, and currency volatility could still disrupt global markets.
As governments and central banks balance inflation control with growth support, the global economy is expected to remain stable but vulnerable to external shocks.
The outlook underscores a delicate balance between stability and uncertainty, as policymakers, investors, and businesses navigate a complex economic environment shaped by structural change, technological transformation, and shifting global power dynamics.
