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

Sep 12, 2025
Sep 12, 2025
7 min
Main indexes gained, stocks like Sicable, Setao, and Air Liquide stood out among the top performers, while the bond market recorded a surge in activity. A clear and accessible recap to understand what these moves mean for West African investors.
Key Moments:[00:15] – Good news: BRVM Composite rises 0.15%[01:20] – Top gainers: Sicable, Setao, Air Liquide[02:50] – Notable declines: Unilever, Uniwax, Safca[04:10] – Sector focus: industry, financials, and public services[05:15] – Remarkable surge in bond market activity[06:30] – Why Daba Pro helps you stay ahead[07:10] – Wrap-up and what to watch next
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Sep 11, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
7 min
The indexes moved higher, trading volumes surged, and banking and industrial stocks delivered impressive gains. We explain what these trends mean for investors and why balancing between equities and bonds can help build a resilient portfolio.
Key moments:[00:25] – BRVM Composite and BRVM 30 advance midweek[01:55] – Top gainers: Sicor, Air Liquide, Setao, Ecobank Transnational, Société Ivoirienne de Banque[03:40] – Biggest losers: Unilever, Bernabé, Servair, Orange Côte d’Ivoire[04:45] – Sector analysis: banking, agriculture, and industry lead the way[06:00] – Bond market: opportunities in 10-year and 8-year sovereigns[07:00] – Conclusion and investor takeaways
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Sep 9, 2025
Sep 9, 2025
8 min
Uniwax, Air Liquide, and Bank of Africa Senegal stood out as winners, while Unilever and BICI Côte d’Ivoire corrected after strong runs. We explain the moves in the main indexes, the surge in bond trading volumes, and what all this means for investors across West Africa.
Key moments[00:25] – BRVM Composite, 30, and Prestige indexes update[01:50] – Top gainers: Uniwax, Air Liquide, Bank of Africa Senegal[03:45] – Key declines: Unilever and BICI Côte d’Ivoire[05:15] – Bond market volumes surge and investor implications[07:20] – Takeaways: investment opportunities and the value of Daba Pro
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Sep 8, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
8 min
While the composite index dipped slightly, several flagship stocks such as Uniwax, Sicor, SOGB, and Bank of Africa Côte d’Ivoire recorded strong gains. We explain what these moves mean for investors, with a focus on growth sectors and the opportunities offered by the bond market.
Key Moments:[00:15] – Good news as top gainers lift the market[01:55] – BRVM indexes: composite, prestige, and 30 under the spotlight[03:40] – Focus on top risers: Uniwax, Sicor, SOGB, BOA CI[05:25] – Notable declines: Unilever, Safca, Nestlé, and Servair Abidjan[07:10] – Bond market: diversification and yields from public and private securities[08:20] – Conclusion and call to discover Daba Pro
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Sep 7, 2025
Sep 7, 2025
7 min
This week, the BRVM confirmed its positive trend as indices rose despite weaker trading volumes. Publishing, Automobile, and Banking sectors stood out, while some consumer and industrial companies faced corrections. On the bond side, sovereign debt remained in strong demand from investors seeking security. A clear and practical episode to understand what these movements mean for your portfolio, and the opportunities to watch in the week ahead.
Key moments
[00:15] – Good news: BRVM indices continue to rise[01:45] – Sector performance in focus: Publishing, Automobile, and Banks[03:00] – Weekly winners and losers: what it reveals[04:30] – Spotlight on bonds: why sovereign debt is so attractive[05:45] – Outlook for the new week: sectors to keep an eye on[06:30] – Closing thoughts and reminder about Daba Pro
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Sep 4, 2025
Sep 4, 2025
7 min
We recap a positive midweek session for the BRVM, with key indices in the green and strong gains for CFAO Motors, Nestlé, and Bank of Africa. We also cover the day’s biggest losers, sector moves, and active trades in government and regional bonds. A clear and practical episode to help investors understand what these trends mean for West Africa.
Key moments
[00:15] – Good news as BRVM Composite and Prestige move higher[01:40] – Top gainers: CFAO Motors, Bank of Africa, Nestlé[03:05] – Losers: Sicor, SMB, and Uniwax under pressure[04:15] – Sector focus: consumption and finance lead the way[05:25] – Bond market: spotlight on 10-year issues and Social Bonds[06:40] – Why these moves matter for your investments[07:10] – Daba Pro: the tool to stay ahead of the market
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Sep 3, 2025
Sep 3, 2025
7 min
Discover the day’s top stock movers, how the main indexes performed, and what trends emerged on the bond market. We explain in simple terms what these moves mean for investors across West Africa and how to act on them with Daba Pro.
Key moments[00:30] – BRVM Composite, BRVM 30, Prestige Index: main takeaways[01:50] – Top gainers: CFAO Motors, Ecobank, Bank of Africa Mali[03:30] – Top losers: Unilever, Bank of Africa Nigeria, Onatel[05:10] – Bond market focus: 10-year yields and investor implications[07:00] – Conclusion and why Daba Pro helps you stay ahead
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Sep 2, 2025
Sep 2, 2025
7 min
From SETAO to Uniwax and CFAO Motors, discover the biggest risers and fallers, the movements of indices like the BRVM Composite and BRVM Prestige, and a quick look at the bond market. A clear, simple breakdown for every investor in Francophone Africa.
Key Moments[00:15] – The good news of the day: stocks in the green[01:45] – SETAO, CFAO Motors, Uniwax explained[03:10] – Unilever and Ecobank under pressure[04:20] – BRVM Composite, Prestige, 30: annual trends[05:45] – Bond market stability and investor opportunities[07:00] – What these moves mean for investors[07:30] – Why Daba Pro helps you stay ahead and closing thoughts
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Sep 1, 2025
Sep 1, 2025
8 min
Stock indexes rose, the textile sector delivered spectacular gains, and the bond market attracted strong investor attention. A clear and motivating breakdown of what this means for your portfolio, with a look at the opportunities on the horizon.
Key Moments:
[00:15] – Good news: BRVM Composite, BRVM 30, and BRVM Prestige indexes rise[01:20] – Textile sector leads, Uniwax shines with 23% growth[02:30] – Sicor and CFAO among the other top performers[03:20] – Declines explained: SITAB, AGL, and Bernabé[04:15] – Bond market: higher capitalization and strong demand for Senegal 10-year[05:40] – What this means for individual investors and the diaspora[06:40] – Looking to next week and why selectivity is key[07:30] – Daba Pro: the tool to stay ahead of markets
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Aug 29, 2025
Aug 29, 2025
7 min
CFAO Motors and Uniwax led impressive gains, while the Composite and BRVM 30 indexes held firm. We explain what these movements mean for investors and highlight the opportunities in regional bonds. A clear, motivating episode designed to help you make smarter decisions.
Key moments:
[00:30] – BRVM Composite and BRVM 30 rise, market stability confirmed[01:45] – CFAO Motors and Uniwax deliver spectacular gains[02:50] – SOGB and Air Liquide support agriculture and industry[03:40] – Bernabé, Oragroup, and Sucrivoire among notable declines[04:30] – Sector indexes show consumer discretionary surging[05:20] – Bond market slowdown but yields remain attractive[06:30] – What this means for you as an investor[07:10] – Why Daba Pro helps you stay ahead
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