The US Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points last week, bringing its rate to 4–4.25 percent, the lowest since 2022. This move is expected to drive yield-hungry foreign investors toward emerging markets like Nigeria, as capital flows seek more attractive returns. Following the decision, Nigerian stocks and bonds have seen mixed but overall positive reactions, with analysts weighing in on what the Fed’s action means for the local economy and the upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. Are Nigeri
The US Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points last week, bringing its rate to 4–4.25 percent, the lowest since 2022. This move is expected to drive yield-hungry foreign investors toward emerging markets like Nigeria, as capital flows seek more attractive returns. Following the decision, Nigerian stocks and bonds have seen mixed but overall positive reactions, with analysts weighing in on what the Fed’s action means for the local economy and the upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. Are Nigeri