NM Personal Finance, Author at Nairametrics Destination for Business news and analysis from Africa's largest economy Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:15:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://nairametrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-cropped-favicon-1.png?resize=75,75 NM Personal Finance, Author at Nairametrics 32 32 201037849 Explainer: What you need to know about Nigeria’s Domestic US Dollar Bond https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/27/explainer-what-you-need-to-know-about-nigerias-domestic-us-dollar-bond/ https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/27/explainer-what-you-need-to-know-about-nigerias-domestic-us-dollar-bond/#respond Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:15:17 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=496685 This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of what the bond entails, its purpose, and how investors can participate.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/27/explainer-what-you-need-to-know-about-nigerias-domestic-us-dollar-bond/feed/ 0 496685 Time to rethink NYSC Allawee: The Case for “Differential Allowances” https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/25/time-to-rethink-nysc-allawee-the-case-for-differential-allowances/ https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/25/time-to-rethink-nysc-allawee-the-case-for-differential-allowances/#respond Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:13:07 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=496545 It’s time for the NYSC to embrace this change and introduce a more fair and balanced allowance structure that reflects the true value of service in today’s Nigeria.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/25/time-to-rethink-nysc-allawee-the-case-for-differential-allowances/feed/ 0 496545 Nigerian Eurobonds that can earn you $1,000 for every $10,000 invested Tax-Free https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/11/nigerian-eurobonds-that-can-earn-you-1000-for-every-10000-invested-tax-free/ https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/11/nigerian-eurobonds-that-can-earn-you-1000-for-every-10000-invested-tax-free/#respond Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:00:56 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=495569 As of August 8, 2024, several Nigerian Eurobonds are offering yields above 9%, making them incredibly attractive to investors.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2024/08/11/nigerian-eurobonds-that-can-earn-you-1000-for-every-10000-invested-tax-free/feed/ 0 495569 EXPLAINER: What is Investor and Exporter (I&E) Window https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/18/investor-and-exporter-window-explained/ https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/18/investor-and-exporter-window-explained/#respond Sun, 18 Jun 2023 13:40:19 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=455928 This article explains the meaning of the Investor and Exporter (I&E) window which is the official market for trading forex in Nigeria.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/18/investor-and-exporter-window-explained/feed/ 0 455928 Exchange Rate Unification: How it affects PTA/BTA, Medical Expenses, School Fees etc. https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/14/exchange-rate-unification-how-it-affects-pta-bta-medical-expenses-school-fees-etc/ https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/14/exchange-rate-unification-how-it-affects-pta-bta-medical-expenses-school-fees-etc/#comments Wed, 14 Jun 2023 22:20:17 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=455606 The recent operational changes implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in the foreign exchange (FX) market will have an impact on Nigerians seeking to travel or pay for their school fees.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2023/06/14/exchange-rate-unification-how-it-affects-pta-bta-medical-expenses-school-fees-etc/feed/ 2 455606 Attention Business Owners: Here are 5 essential reports your accountant must give you periodically https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/5-essential-reports-your-accountant-must-give-you-periodically/ https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/5-essential-reports-your-accountant-must-give-you-periodically/#comments Sat, 06 May 2023 11:49:25 +0000 http://web.ugometrics.com/?p=4195 Small businesses and startups require the services of an accountant for bookkeeping and generating financial reports.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/5-essential-reports-your-accountant-must-give-you-periodically/feed/ 5 4195 10 things you must know when you seek for a bank loan in Nigeria https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/10-tips-you-must-know-before-seeking-for-a-bank-loan-in-nigeria/ https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/10-tips-you-must-know-before-seeking-for-a-bank-loan-in-nigeria/#comments Sat, 06 May 2023 11:21:07 +0000 http://web.ugometrics.com/?p=4191 Bank loan applications must be formally made, and individuals or businesses must articulate their needs in the application letter.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2023/05/06/10-tips-you-must-know-before-seeking-for-a-bank-loan-in-nigeria/feed/ 33 4191 How to reduce your electricity bill in Lagos https://nairametrics.com/2021/11/19/how-to-reduce-your-electricity-bill-in-lagos/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/11/19/how-to-reduce-your-electricity-bill-in-lagos/#comments Fri, 19 Nov 2021 06:03:54 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=288105 Find out a few tips on how you can reduce your electricity bill.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/11/19/how-to-reduce-your-electricity-bill-in-lagos/feed/ 10 288105 How to plan a wedding on a shoestring budget https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/26/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-shoestring-budget/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/26/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-shoestring-budget/#comments Sat, 26 Jun 2021 06:19:05 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=324830 You can have a beautiful wedding without breaking a sweat, or the bank for that matter.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/26/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-shoestring-budget/feed/ 2 324830 In new love fad, millennials wrap cakes with currency notes https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/24/money-cake-love/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/24/money-cake-love/#respond Thu, 24 Jun 2021 09:29:32 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=324399 What better way is there to show love if not in a cake?

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/24/money-cake-love/feed/ 0 324399 How to avoid overpaying for a burial ceremony https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/20/how-to-avoid-overpaying-for-a-burial-ceremony/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/20/how-to-avoid-overpaying-for-a-burial-ceremony/#respond Sun, 20 Jun 2021 08:11:13 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=323178 Funeral costs can be unduly high, but making necessary considerations and plans can help avoid overpaying for a burial ceremony.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/06/20/how-to-avoid-overpaying-for-a-burial-ceremony/feed/ 0 323178 5 financial choices you will regret https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/18/5-financial-choices-you-will-regret/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/18/5-financial-choices-you-will-regret/#respond Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:27:18 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=307467 Your financial choices will determine whether you spend your life living in pleasure or ruin.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/10/how-to-stay-employable-amidst-massive-unemployment/feed/ 0 305672 7 ways to earn in dollars while living in Nigeria https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/05/7-ways-to-earn-in-dollars-while-living-in-nigeria/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/05/7-ways-to-earn-in-dollars-while-living-in-nigeria/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2021 06:27:47 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=304410 Here are a few ways you can earn in dollars while living in Nigeria.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/05/7-ways-to-earn-in-dollars-while-living-in-nigeria/feed/ 4 304410 Why Nigerians are going to Canada, and steps to take https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/04/why-nigerians-are-going-to-canada-and-steps-to-take/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/04/why-nigerians-are-going-to-canada-and-steps-to-take/#comments Sun, 04 Apr 2021 08:29:32 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=304283 These are a few tips to consider if you are interested in relocating to Canada.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/04/why-nigerians-are-going-to-canada-and-steps-to-take/feed/ 1 304283 6 business lessons from Elon Musk https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/03/5-business-lessons-from-elon-musk/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/04/03/5-business-lessons-from-elon-musk/#respond Sat, 03 Apr 2021 09:38:19 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=303982 Here are six important business lessons you can learn from multi-billionaire, Elon Musk.

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]]> https://nairametrics.com/2021/03/27/how-to-save-despite-shrinking-income/feed/ 2 302450 Right financial behaviours to develop in 2021 https://nairametrics.com/2021/03/26/right-financial-behaviors-to-develop-in-2021/ https://nairametrics.com/2021/03/26/right-financial-behaviors-to-develop-in-2021/#comments Fri, 26 Mar 2021 07:04:07 +0000 https://nairametrics.com/?p=302077 Here are a few financial behaviours you should develop in 2021.

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