Implications of a Lower Inflation Print

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)’ inflation report for September 2025 showed a 211bps decline to 18.02% from 20.12% in August 2025 because of a significant decline in food inflation. Food inflation fell to 16.87% from 21.87% in August, a…

Economic Trends: Stimulus Packages and Geopolitical Jitters

Economic trends impacting both local and global markets, like China’s Stimulus Package and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that affect crude oil prices, Nigeria’s fiscal policies, and financial market sentiments, are areas discussed in this article. China’s Stimulus Intervention…

Soft Landing Amidst Interest Rate Cuts!

In this article, we explore economic changes, including inflation rates, interest rates, and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). We will also examine developments at Dangote refinery, the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions, the prospect of a soft landing amidst rate…

The Bond Market

The financial markets are offering a spectacle that even the most seasoned investors will find intriguing. In this article, we turn our focus to the fascinating world of financial markets, with a particular focus on the bond market. Whether you’re…

Opluence 365

This month we explore the strategic manoeuvres shaping our world—from the gripping action of the 2024 Olympics to significant economic shifts. Introducing our theme for July 2024 newsletter: ‘Opulence 365’ — a concept that underscores strategies designed to drive success…

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Mid-year Economic Highlights

June was an interesting end to the first half of 2024 across the local and global fronts. From executive orders to price swings that made wallets wobble, there were notable economic changes across the US, Nigeria, and rest of the…