Bridge Bank hits $117m IPO target within 24 hours
UPDATE: Bridge Bank Group Côte d’Ivoire closed the share offer early after the first day, 20 July. In a statement on 21 July the bank ...
Moroccan medtech IPO closes 17 July
NOTE: This is for news information only. We are not inviting you to invest. If you are interested, consult your professional advisor. Leading Moroccan medical ...
Abay Bank lists on Ethiopian Securities Exchange
The shares of Abay Bank S.C. were listed on the Main Board of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) on 25 June and started trading at ...
Family Bank shares soar after Nairobi Securities Exchange listing
The Nairobi Securities Exchange achieved its largest private sector listing in 17 years, when Family Bank PLC listed by introduction on 23 June. The bank ...
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