naira depreciation

  1. Today's Naira Rate [12-12-2024]: Naira Slips to N1,720/$ as FX Rate Gap Widens by N175

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [12-12-2024]: Naira Slips to N1,720/$ as FX Rate Gap Widens by N175

    The naira depreciated to N1,720 per dollar in the parallel FX market on December 11, 2024, widening the gap between official and parallel rates to N175. This marks a continuation of the naira's decline, which has affected both markets amid economic uncertainty in Nigeria. The naira has continued...
  2. Today's Naira Rate [11-12-2024]: Naira Loses Ground Amid Speculative Trading, Hits N1,780 Per Dollar

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [11-12-2024]: Naira Loses Ground Amid Speculative Trading, Hits N1,780 Per Dollar

    The Nigerian Naira fell sharply from N1,600 to N1,780 per dollar in the black market, reversing recent gains. Bureau de Change operators and digital platforms reported volatile rates, with speculators blamed for the decline. Analysts urge stronger policies to stabilize the forex market and...
  3. Today's Naira Rate [28-11-2024]: CBN Hike Keeps Naira Stable at N1,750/$ in Parallel Market

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [28-11-2024]: CBN Hike Keeps Naira Stable at N1,750/$ in Parallel Market

    The naira steadied at N1,750/$ in the parallel market after the Central Bank of Nigeria's 25-basis point rate hike. Despite minimal movement in the forex market, experts predict the naira could appreciate in 2025 due to improving foreign reserves and oil production. The naira remained largely...
  4. Today's Naira Rate[12-11-2024]: Naira Hits Unprecedented Low of N1,735 per Dollar in Black Market

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[12-11-2024]: Naira Hits Unprecedented Low of N1,735 per Dollar in Black Market

    The Nigerian naira has plummeted to a record low of N1,735 per dollar in the black market, underscoring Nigeria’s ongoing currency crisis. With demand far outpacing supply, the widening gap between official and parallel rates highlights deep economic challenges and the urgent need for foreign...
  5. Naira Set to Weaken to N1,993/$1 by 2028, Report Warns

    Nigeria Naira Set to Weaken to N1,993/$1 by 2028, Report Warns

    The Naira is projected to weaken to N1,993/$1 by 2028, affecting Nigeria’s medical device imports. BMI Research reports that the continued depreciation will increase costs, strain healthcare access, and challenge the medical sector. Despite this, local manufacturers could benefit from enhanced...
  6. Today's Naira Rate[01-11-2024]: Naira Declines to N1,735/$ in Parallel Market as Rate Gap Widens

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[01-11-2024]: Naira Declines to N1,735/$ in Parallel Market as Rate Gap Widens

    The naira depreciated to N1,735 per dollar in the parallel market, while appreciating to N1,666.72 in the official NAFEM market. With trading volumes down and the exchange rate margin widening to N68.28, economic concerns over currency stability intensify as Nigeria faces foreign exchange...
  7. Today's Naira Rate[26-10-2024]: Naira Falls to N1,740/$ in Parallel Market as Official Rates Show Mixed Signals

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[26-10-2024]: Naira Falls to N1,740/$ in Parallel Market as Official Rates Show Mixed Signals

    The Naira depreciated to N1,740 per dollar in the parallel market while appreciating to N1,601.2 in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market. Trading volume in the official market increased by 23%, widening the gap between parallel and official rates to N140 per dollar, signaling ongoing...
  8. World Bank: Naira Among Africa’s Most Depreciated Currencies in 2024

    Nigeria World Bank: Naira Among Africa’s Most Depreciated Currencies in 2024

    The Nigerian Naira ranks among sub-Saharan Africa's weakest currencies, alongside the Ethiopian Birr and South Sudanese Pound, depreciating by 43% by August 2024. The World Bank attributes this to high dollar demand, limited inflows, and rising inflation, with Nigeria’s economic growth...
  9. Today's Naira Rate[01-10-2024]: Naira Declines, Closing September at N1,705/$1

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[01-10-2024]: Naira Declines, Closing September at N1,705/$1

    The Nigerian naira closed September at N1,705 per dollar in the parallel market, marking a significant decline from N1,655. This depreciation results from increased demand and supply shortages, impacting the prices of imported goods. The official exchange rate also fell, signaling a challenging...
  10. Today's Naira Rate[25-09-2024]: Naira Depreciates to N1,658.48 as CBN Raises Interest Rates for Fifth Time in 2024

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[25-09-2024]: Naira Depreciates to N1,658.48 as CBN Raises Interest Rates for Fifth Time in 2024

    The naira fell by N95.83 to N1,658.48 against the dollar after the Central Bank of Nigeria's rate hike. Increased dollar supply saw market activity surge by 66%. The CBN raised interest rates to 27.25% to stabilize the currency amid growing inflation and monetary supply concerns. The naira...
  11. Today's Naira Rate[13-09-2024]:  Naira Drops to N1,665 on Black Market as Dollar Demand Surges

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[13-09-2024]: Naira Drops to N1,665 on Black Market as Dollar Demand Surges

    The Nigerian naira fell to N1,665 per dollar on the black market, driven by high demand for travel allowances and school fees. Meanwhile, the naira also dropped 5.5% in the official market. Despite the depreciation, Nigeria’s external reserves grew by $490 million due to recent dollar bond...
  12. Today's Naira Rate[10-09-2024]: Naira Woes Deepen as Dollar Hits N1,650 in Parallel Market

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[10-09-2024]: Naira Woes Deepen as Dollar Hits N1,650 in Parallel Market

    As of September 9, 2024, Nigeria’s black market exchange rate for the US dollar hit N1,650, while the Central Bank’s official rate stands at N1,629. Economic instability, forex shortages, and policy shifts continue to fuel the gap between official and parallel rates, signaling deep-rooted...
  13. Depreciating Naira Drags PZ Cussons Nigeria into First Loss Since 2020

    Nigeria Depreciating Naira Drags PZ Cussons Nigeria into First Loss Since 2020

    PZ Cussons Nigeria reported its first annual loss since 2020, with a N76 billion deficit for the year ending May 2024. The loss was driven by a 3,000% surge in foreign exchange losses due to naira depreciation, significantly impacting the company's financial stability and increasing liabilities...
  14. Today's Naira Rate[31-08-2024]: Naira Falls to N1,645 Against Dollar Despite CBN Interventions

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[31-08-2024]: Naira Falls to N1,645 Against Dollar Despite CBN Interventions

    The Naira depreciated significantly, losing N30 in the parallel market and N28.48 in the official market last week. It fell to N1,645 against the dollar amid the Central Bank of Nigeria's Retail Dutch Auction System, despite an increase in foreign exchange transaction turnover. In the past...
  15. Today's Naira Rate[29-07-2014]: Naira Plummets Further, Hits N1,611.40 per Dollar Despite CBN Intervention

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[29-07-2014]: Naira Plummets Further, Hits N1,611.40 per Dollar Despite CBN Intervention

    The naira continues to fall against the dollar, with official rates dropping to N1,611.40 and black market rates to N1,600. Despite the Central Bank's $148 million intervention, the naira's value has declined, sparking concerns and calls for economic reforms to stabilize Nigeria's currency. The...
  16. Today's Naira Rate[25-07-2014]: Naira Falls to Four-Month Low at N1,603.80/$1 Amid Increased Demand

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[25-07-2014]: Naira Falls to Four-Month Low at N1,603.80/$1 Amid Increased Demand

    The naira fell to a four-month low of N1,603.80/$1 on July 25, 2024, marking a 1.07% drop from the previous day. Despite efforts by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to stabilize the currency through FX sales and support measures, demand pressure continues to affect the exchange rate. On July...
  17. Today's Naira Rate[24-07-2014]: Naira Drops to N1,575/$ in Parallel Market as Trading Volume Declines

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[24-07-2014]: Naira Drops to N1,575/$ in Parallel Market as Trading Volume Declines

    The Naira fell to N1,575 per dollar in the parallel market on Wednesday, down from N1,565. In NAFEM, it dropped to N1,586.71. Trading volume fell 39% to $171.03 million, and the gap between parallel and official rates narrowed. Experts await CBN's response to stabilize the currency. On...
  18. Naira's Freefall: Banks’ FX Borrowing from CBN Heightens Pressure on Currency

    Nigeria Naira's Freefall: Banks’ FX Borrowing from CBN Heightens Pressure on Currency

    The Naira has dropped sharply as banks’ borrowing from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for foreign exchange (FX) rises to 32%. This increase in borrowing rates has intensified pressure on the Naira, contributing to significant declines in both official and parallel market rates. The recent...
  19. Naira Hits N1,620/$ in Parallel Market as Depreciation Continues

    Nigeria Naira Hits N1,620/$ in Parallel Market as Depreciation Continues

    The naira fell to N1,620 against the dollar in the parallel market on July 18, marking its fifth straight day of depreciation. Official rates showed a slight recovery to N1,566.82. The Central Bank of Nigeria's interventions and calls for stabilization highlight ongoing concerns about currency...
  20. Today's Naira Rate[15-07-2014]: Naira Weakens as USD Exchange Rate Reaches N1550 in Black Market

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate[15-07-2014]: Naira Weakens as USD Exchange Rate Reaches N1550 in Black Market

    Discover today's USD to NGN black market exchange rate, where buyers purchase dollars at N1550 and sellers sell at N1575, contrasting with CBN's official rates. Stay informed on currency fluctuations. Today, the black market exchange rate for the US Dollar (USD) to Nigerian Naira (NGN) stands...
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