Experts say CBN’s surprise rate cut could boost growth, pressure FX

NAIRAMETRICS | 23-09-2026 07:58am |

Financial and economic experts have described the Central Bank of Nigeria's decision to reduce its benchmark interest rate from 26.5% to 23% as a welcome but unexpected move. This marks the first major reduction of its kind in nearly two decades. Experts suggest the rate cut could boost economic growth but may also put pressure on the foreign exchange market. The CBN's action is seen as a significant shift in monetary policy.

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