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Fed's Williams Sees No Urgency for Further Rate Cuts

New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.

Federal Government Reopens 47 Unity Schools

The Federal Government has reopened the 47 Unity Colleges shut in November over insecurity. The Ministry of Education assures safety measures are in place. Read more.

US Inflation Cools Unexpectedly in November

US consumer inflation slowed to 2.7% in November, below forecasts. The data, delayed by a government shutdown, shows easing price pressures despite earlier tariff impacts. Read the full analysis.

US Jobless Rate Climbs to 4.6%, Highest in Four Years

US unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, its highest level since 2021, as the economy lost 105,000 jobs in October. Read the full analysis of the cooling labour market and its global implications.

Asian Markets Retreat on US Jobs Data, Tech Worries

Asian markets extended losses Tuesday ahead of key US jobs data, with tech sector jitters and Fed rate cut uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment. Key indexes in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai all fell over 1%. Read the full analysis.

Divided US Fed Faces Contentious Rate Decision

The US Federal Reserve's final 2025 meeting is marked by internal conflict over a potential third interest rate cut, with a key data shortage complicating the decision. Read the full analysis.

Indian rupee hits record low past 90 per dollar

India's rupee falls to a historic low beyond 90 against the US dollar, driven by foreign outflows and stalled US trade talks. Analysts see a new market-aligned approach from the central bank. Read more for the full analysis.

Asian Markets Up Ahead of US Jobs, Inflation Data

Most Asian markets gained Wednesday, tracking Wall Street, as investors await crucial US jobs and inflation data that will shape the Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Read more.

Asian markets mixed ahead of key US data, Fed decision

Asian markets showed mixed performance as investors await crucial US economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut next week. Oil prices surged on OPEC+ output decision.

Bitcoin Drops 5% to $94,483 in Major Sell-Off

Bitcoin price crashes below $95,000, dropping 5% to a six-month low. Discover the key factors behind this crypto market plunge and what it means for Nigerian investors.

Stocks Struggle on US Rates, Tech Rally Fears

Global markets faced pressure as doubts over US Fed rate cuts and tech bubble fears grew. Oil prices rallied on Russian output risks. Get the full analysis for Nigerian investors.

Senate Screens 38 FCC Nominees for Fairness

Nigerian Senate screens 38 FCC nominees, vows to uphold federal character principles for equitable resource distribution. Report expected soon for final confirmation.

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