South Africa's inflation expectations drop, but still far from target

This analysis by Adetilewa Adebajo summarises the statistical relationships among Nigeria’s real GDP growth (NBS), Central Bank’s Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) and headline inflation. https://lnkd.in/dUk8iwSS

How CBN’s measures slow inflation for fifth straight time The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is delivering on its mandate of ensuring monetary and price stability as its policy reforms and strategies have slowed inflation rate, and stabilise the naira... https://lnkd.in/dNijh-tt

Rate cut unlikely despite slowing inflation Members of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) remain unconvinced about starting an easing cycle, even as inflation slowed for the fifth straight month in August to 20.12 percent... https://lnkd.in/dj4qeHNf

Tanzania’s central bank has kept its benchmark interest rate steady at 5.75%, citing stable inflation and robust economic performance. https://lnkd.in/gKg6Sbx8 #aantelevision

Morocco’s central bank has held its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.25%, maintaining a cautious stance as it weighs inflation trends against the need to support economic stability. The Bank Al-Maghrib announced the decision following its latest policy meeting, noting that while inflation has eased in recent months, risks persist from global commodity markets and regional pressures. The bank reaffirmed its commitment to preserving price stability while fostering domestic demand. Bloomberg reported that Morocco’s inflation rate has slowed markedly since its 2022 peak, giving policymakers room to keep rates at historically low levels. Analysts told Reuters that the move reflects a delicate balance between containing inflation and sustaining growth momentum in the North African economy. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e6YFwFkk

Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of resilience, as the Central Bank announced a decision to reduce the main interest rate to 27% from 27.5%. The move, according to CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, was influenced by five consecutive months of easing inflation and a stabilising naira. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/guWH8jHR

African central banks are doubling down on interest rate hikes to tame inflation and protect local currencies. According to Nairametrics data, most countries across the continent have maintained elevated Monetary Policy Rates (MPRs), highlighting the ongoing struggle to balance price stability with economic growth. Here’s a look at the top African economies with the highest borrowing rates in September 2025. Follow @nairametrics on WhatsApp and Telegram for more updates.

Eurozone inflation rose slightly in September, supporting the European Central Bank’s (ECB) stance to keep interest rates unchanged. According to Eurostat, inflation across the 20 euro-using countries reached 2.2%, up from 2.0% in August, in line with expectations. The increase was driven by higher service prices and a slower decline in energy costs. Meanwhile, core inflation — excluding food and fuel — held steady at 2.3%, highlighting persistent underlying price pressures. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eYBX83eK #Eurozone #ECB #Inflation #InterestRates #Economy #Eurostat #Markets #MonetaryPolicy #Finance #Europe

Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% on Tuesday, opting for caution as inflation remains subdued and growth momentum shows signs of unevenness. Inflation averaged just 1.1% in the first eight months of 2025, with the central bank projecting 1% for the year, similar to 2024, before quickening to 1.9% in 2026. Core inflation is expected to dip to 1.1% this year before rebounding. Uncertainties weigh on the outlook, from #Trump’s global #trade war and geopolitical conflicts in eastern Europe and the Middle East to the ongoing drought in #Morocco and fiscal pressures.

Kenya’s consumer prices tick up 4.6% year-on-year in September, testing how the Central Bank of Kenya will respond amid steady economic growth and global commodity pressures. https://lnkd.in/d7aNPb9d