Inflation slows for third straight month raising case for rate cut

BusinessDay | 15-09-2026 04:43pm |

Nigeria's inflation rate eased for the third consecutive month in August. The slowdown has raised expectations of a possible interest rate cut by the monetary authorities. The development comes as policymakers set to meet to decide on rates. The sustained decline in inflation could influence the central bank's decision.

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