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The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) is decentralizing its power, moving beyond its headquarters in Addis Ababa to establish four new regional branches. In a major step toward modernizing the country’s financial oversight, the central bank has confirmed that construction is now underway in Bahir Dar, Jimma, Hawassa, and Dire Dawa. The expansion isn’t just … Read more
The Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) has officially signaled a new era for the country’s economy. In a major milestone, six of Ethiopia’s banking giants have received “approval in principle” to list on the ESX Main Market, marking the beginning of a modern era for local investors. While several institutions are in the pipeline, two banks … Read more
For years, buying shares in Ethiopia’s biggest companies felt like a private club. But that is officially changing. Dashen Bank has just cleared its final administrative hurdle to list on the brand-new Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). After settling a 506.5 million Birr tax obligation—covering everything from business profits to dividends—the Ministry of Revenues has given … Read more
As Ethiopia’s financial landscape undergoes a historic transformation in 2026, BDO Consulting PLC has solidified its position as a top-tier advisory powerhouse. On February 12, 2026, the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) officially granted BDO Consulting PLC a Capital Market Service Provider license under the Securities Investment Advisor (Corporate) category. This milestone integrates BDO’s massive … Read more
As Ethiopia’s capital market undergoes a rapid and historic transformation in 2026, ProInvest Capital PLC has emerged as a premier partner for those looking to navigate this new financial landscape. Officially licensed by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) on November 3, 2025, ProInvest Capital operates as a Securities Investment Advisor (Corporate). The firm serves … Read more
As Ethiopia’s financial architecture undergoes a historic transformation in 2026, Zuri Capital S.C. has positioned itself as a sophisticated partner for those navigating the new Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). Licensed as a Securities Investment Advisor (Corporate) by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) (License granted October 1, 2025), the firm combines deep local market intelligence … Read more
As Ethiopia enters a new era of financial modernization in 2026, Ignite Capital PLC has emerged as a groundbreaking force in the national capital market. As the first women-founded firm to be licensed by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA), Ignite Capital is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between traditional enterprise and modern securities … Read more
The recent, historic opening of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) has paved the way for a transformative era in the nation’s financial sector. As Ethiopia’s capital market begins to flourish, both domestic and international investors face a landscape ripe with opportunity but also fraught with the complexities of a newly formed regulatory environment. Standing at … Read more
Equation Securities Investment Advisor PLC is a prominent financial advisory firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company is among the select group of pioneers officially licensed by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) to provide expert guidance within the nation’s emerging financial ecosystem. Under License No. 980/2024, granted on March 21, 2025, the firm … Read more
Ethio Capital Solutions PLC is a premier securities investment advisory firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company helps individuals, businesses, and institutions navigate the country’s rapidly evolving capital market with absolute confidence. They operate under License No. 980/2024, which was officially granted by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA). Consequently, the firm maintains a … Read more