Mid-Week Market Review: February 2025, Edition 4

Commodities Oil prices took a sharp dip last Friday, dropping over 3% per barrel. This decline came as investors reassessed the diminishing risks associated with the Middle East and weighed in on the ongoing uncertainty surrounding a potential peace deal in Ukraine. Brent crude futures ended the day at $74.25 per barrel, down by $2.37, […]

Weekly Market Review: February 2025, Edition 4

Prologue In the aftermath of the 299th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Meeting, which also marked the first gathering of the year 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has opted to maintain the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.50%, a decision that reflects the cautious approach adopted by the apex bank following an aggressive tightening […]