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Gold Surges Past $5,000 an Ounce, Boosting Africa’s Top Producers
Gold prices surged beyond $5,000 per ounce on Monday, marking an unprecedented milestone amid rising geopolitical tensions, global monetary policy uncertainty, and renewed...
10 African Countries with the Smallest Proven Oil Reserves in 2025
Africa’s oil wealth is concentrated in a few countries, leaving many nations with limited crude reserves that play only a minor role in...
US Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unced at First Policy Meeting of 2026
The United States Federal Reserve announced on January 29, 2026 that it decided to leave interest rates unchanged following its first policy meeting...
Brazil Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Inflation Concerns
Brazil’s central bank announced on January 28 that it has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged, citing persistent inflation risks and...
Cambodia Banking Sector Sees Modest Lending Growth and Strong Deposit Surge After 2025
Cambodia’s banking sector has recorded modest growth in lending alongside a notable surge in deposits following 2025, according to recent industry reports and...
Trump Talks about the Economy Amid Worries Over Inflation and Job Losses
President Donald Trump aimed to reassure Americans about the economy amid concerns over inflation and job losses. He claimed that inflation had been...
Stock Market Volatility: Global stock markets have been volatile in recent days, with investors nervous.
The global stock market has been experiencing high volatility due to the coronavirus outbreak, which originated in China and has spread to several...
Nigeria’s Economy and Politics Face Intertwined Challenges
Nigeria's economy and political landscape are currently navigating a complex web of intertwined challenges, creating a palpable sense of uncertainty for both citizens...
Federal Reserve lowers primary interest rate, anticipates improved economy next year
The Federal Reserve has lowered its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 3.6%, marking its third consecutive reduction. This decision highlights...
Nigeria’s Economy Grows by 3.98% in Q3 Due to Non-Oil Sector Expansion
Nigeria's economy showed a growth of 3.98% in Q3 2025, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), up from 3.86% in...
