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Asian shares rose on Thursday, driven by gains in the technology sector, particularly in Japan and South Korea, following positive earnings reports from U.S. companies like Qualcomm and Micron Technology. Meanwhile, oil prices decreased by over $1, nearing levels seen before the onset of the war with Iran. Qualcomm's stock experienced a 12% increase in after-hours trading after announcing a raise in its earnings forecast.

Zedcrest Securities has introduced stocks trading on the Zedcrest Wealth App, allowing clients to buy and sell shares of over 150 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) via their mobile devices. This launch is part of Zedcrest Group's goal to enhance access to capital markets and improve connectivity in financial services.