FED HIKE AND CRYPTO: WHY THE POLICY PATH MATTERS MORE THAN THE MOVE
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00%, signaling ongoing inflation concerns and potential future tightening. While higher borrowing costs typically exert pressure on risk assets like crypto, Bitcoin held steady near $76.5K. Investors are now focused less on the immediate rate hike and more on the Fed’s future policy path and broader market drivers.
FROM ENTRY TO EXIT: A LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR DE-RISKING PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTMENTS IN NIGERIA
Private equity sponsors investing in Nigeria must navigate a multi-layered regulatory framework across corporate, competition, tax, and foreign exchange laws. De-risking investments requires selecting the right onshore or offshore entry vehicle, choosing appropriate debt or equity instruments, and strictly completing regulatory housekeeping from Corporate Affairs Commission filings and electronic Certificates of Capital Importation to relevant sector approvals to safeguard downside protections.