VFD Group’s Pre-Tax Profit Surges 92% to N15.34 Billion in Nine Months
VFD Group Plc has reported a significant 91.86% increase in its pre-tax profit, reaching N15.34 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2026.
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Disney’s ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Cost Soars to $556.8 Million
Walt Disney Co. has revealed that its highly anticipated Marvel film, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ incurred a production cost of $556.8 million, significantly overshooting its initial budget.
FirstBank, Pointek Partner for Instalment Payments on Electronics
FirstBank of Nigeria has partnered with electronics retailer Pointek to enable eligible customers to purchase smartphones, laptops, and household appliances through instalment payments under its FirstEase buy-now-pay-later product.
Lee Jae-yong Marks Four Years Leading Samsung Amid Tech Transformation
Samsung Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong marks four years at the helm, reaffirming the company’s strategic pivot towards future technologies like robotics and AI, as it navigates evolving market conditions.
Afreximbank’s Profit Jumps 24% on Robust Interest Income
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) reported a net income of $813.5 million for the first nine months of 2026, marking a significant 24% increase. This surge was primarily fueled by robust net interest income.