Markets Talk
Markets Talk is one of several original podcasts by Daba Finance, Africa’s premier multi-asset investment platform empowering hundreds of thousands of investors worldwide to invest safely and easily across stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IPOs, and venture capital in West, Central Africa and beyond. Each week, we break down the most important trends shaping African markets — with sharp analysis of the BRVM, Francophone West Africa’s regional exchange and the 5th largest stock market in Africa. Whether you’re an active investor or just getting started, Markets Talk gives you the clarity and context you need to invest and build wealth in Africa with confidence.
Episodes
The BRVM delivered a historic week as the Composite crossed 500 points for the first time and equity market capitalization moved above 20 trillion CFA francs. We break down the strongest-performing stocks, including CIE, Uniwax and SAPH, alongside key trends in bond trading and the 2026 dividend season. Beyond the BRVM, we cover Nigeria’s slowing inflation, Dangote’s IPO and refinery plans, and ...
The BRVM delivered another strong week, with all major indexes advancing and trading activity rising sharply. In this episode of Markets Talk, we break down the market’s top-performing stocks, the surge in trading volumes and the most important bond transactions. We also review the 2026 dividend season and major investment stories from Benin, Nigeria, South Africa and across the continent. Finally, we...
Four African countries — Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon — produce around 75% of the world’s cocoa, yet farmers capture only a small share of the value created by the global chocolate industry. Now, the four countries are working together through a new Cocoa Value Addition Alliance aimed at shifting the model from simply exporting beans to processing, man...
The BRVM finished another week higher, with all major indexes posting gains despite lighter trading activity. In this episode, we break down the week’s top-performing stocks, key bond-market trades and the latest BRVM dividend developments. We also cover major African investment stories involving Dangote Refinery, Moove, PalmPay, Gabon and Morocco. Finally, we look ahead to the oppor...
In the mid-week edition of Daba Markets Talk, we examine the planned IPO of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and why it could become a defining moment for African capital markets. The episode explores the refinery’s role in transforming Nigeria from an exporter of crude oil into a producer of refined fuels, the proposed $5 billion raise, its reported $40 billion valuation, and the potential impact on the Nigerian Exchange.
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In this episode of Markets Talk, we review a week of consolidation on the BRVM, with slight declines in the main indexes but strong gains among selected stocks. We examine the most actively traded companies, leading market performers and bond-market activity. The episode also covers 2026 dividend payments and major financial developments across Africa. Finally, we explain what investors sh...
ECOWAS is once again targeting 2027 for the launch of the Eco, a shared currency intended to make trade, payments, and investment easier across West Africa. This episode traces the project’s four-decade history, explains why repeated launch dates have failed, and examines the economic convergence standards countries must meet before joining.
In this edition, we explore the challenges...
In this episode of Daba Markets Talk, we examine another positive week for the BRVM, with all major indexes closing higher. We break down the top-performing stocks, bond-market activity and upcoming dividend payments. The episode also explains Nigeria’s interest-rate decision and the economic significance of the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline. Finally, we highlight opportunities investors can explore through Daba Pro and Daba A...
Bridge Bank Group Côte d’Ivoire’s IPO sold out in less than 24 hours, despite being scheduled to remain open for more than 2 weeks. In this midweek edition of Daba Markets Talk, we examine what drove demand for the 67.5 billion FCFA offer, the bank’s financial performance, its 337.5 billion FCFA valuation and the dividend potential that attracted investors.
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review the BRVM’s performance from July 13 to July 17, 2026. We examine gains across the main market indexes, rising trading activity, and the strong performances of Uniwax, Africa Global Logistics, and Bank of Africa Burkina Faso. The episode also covers bond-market trading, major dividend announcements, and important economic developments across ...
In this episode of Daba Markets Talk, we review another strong week for the BRVM as the major indexes closed higher and trading activity increased. We examine the market’s top-performing stocks, the busiest bond trades and the latest dividend payments. We also explain what Bridge Bank’s planned IPO and major economic developments across WAEMU could mean for investors.
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In this first mid-week edition of Daba Markets Talk, we explore Africa’s fast-growing stock markets and why the continent’s exchanges are becoming serious investment destinations. The episode looks at the rise of African market capitalization beyond $2 trillion, Nigeria’s powerful equity rally, and the BRVM’s emergence as a unique regional exchange serving eight Fra...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review a positive week for the BRVM, with major indexes rising and buyers leading the market. We break down the week’s top stocks, including ETIT, Sicor Côte d’Ivoire, and Total Sénégal, while explaining what these moves mean for investors. We also cover the bond market rebound, 2026 BRVM dividends, and major regional stories from Côte d&rsqu...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review another positive week for the BRVM, supported by gains across the major indices and strong activity in selected stocks. We break down the week’s top performers, key bond market movements, the 2026 dividend season, and major WAEMU economic news. A clear and accessible episode for investors who want to understand what these market moves mean in practical terms.
...In this episode of MarketsTalk, we review a positive week for the BRVM, with the main indexes moving higher, strong activity in leading large-cap stocks, and renewed investor interest in selected names. We also explain the week’s top-performing stocks, the concentration of bond trading in Ivorian sovereign debt, and the latest updates from the 2026 BRVM dividend season. Finally, we look ahead to the o...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review a positive week on the BRVM, despite only 3 trading sessions. The main indexes ended in the green, with gains in both the BRVM Composite and the BRVM 30. We look at the stocks that drove market activity, including Servair Abidjan, Africa Global Logistics Côte d’Ivoire, Bernabé Côte d’Ivoire, and Sonatel Senegal. The episode also covers the bond market, ...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review a strong week for the BRVM, marked by gains across the main indexes and the BRVM Composite moving above 420 points. We look at the week’s top-performing stocks, including CIE Côte d’Ivoire, NSIA Banque Côte d’Ivoire, and Tractafric Motors Côte d’Ivoire. We also explain why dividends remain a major driver for BRVM investors, with several companies announcing or prepa...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review the BRVM market performance for the week of May 11 to May 15, 2026. The main indexes closed higher, several stocks posted strong gains, and Sonatel once again dominated trading activity. We also look at the bond market, the role of sovereign bonds in WAEMU, the 2026 dividend season, Daba Academy, and the opportunities investors should watch with Daba Pro.
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In this episode, we review the week of May 4 to 8 on the BRVM, a week marked by rising market indexes, stronger trading volumes and an active dividend season. We look at the top-performing stocks, the biggest declines, bond market activity and major company news from listed BRVM companies. The episode explains what these market movements mean for investors, including renewed confidence, the search for income, the importance of divi...
In this episode of Markets Talk, we review the BRVM trading week from April 27 to April 30, 2026. Despite a shortened week, the main indexes moved higher, supported by investor confidence, positive Q1 results, and fresh dividend announcements. We also break down the week’s top-performing stocks, the latest dividend trends, bond market activity, and key company news across the WAEMU region. This episode helps investors underst...
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