How Nigeria's GDP growth, interest rates, and inflation are linked

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

The Central Bank of Nigeria has raised ₦10.4 trillion through Nigerian Treasury Bills in 2025, a slight 1.09 per cent drop from ₦10.52 trillion recorded in 2024, according to CBN’s Primary Market data. The rise in investor interest reflects growing demand for risk-free instruments amid double-digit inflation. During the period, the CBN offered ₦8.7 trillion in NTBs, 51.1 per cent higher than the ₦5.73 trillion offered in 2024, while total subscriptions fell to ₦28.37 trillion from ₦32.71 trillion last year. Spot rates on 91-day bills also declined to 15 per cent in September 2025 from 17 per cent in September 2024. Follow @nairametrics on WhatsApp and Telegram for more updates.

Africa’s monetary divide: How central bank rates stack up in 2025 Benchmark interest rates across Africa range from a percentage of 35% in Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe to just 1.75% in Central Bank of Seychelles. In inflation and currency pressured economies like Nigeria (27%), Malawi (26%) and Ghana (21.5%), central banks remain hawkish, focusing on stabilising exchange rates and anchoring inflation expectations. By contrast, countries like Botswana (1.9%), Morocco (2.25%) and Algeria (2.75%) operate in low-inflation environments and have more accommodative monetary policies designed to support growth. Read the full analysis for what this means for borrowing costs, credit access, and investment in Africa: https://lnkd.in/d9pQT3pG

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.

Inflation drops to 8% in Uzbekistan as Central Bank releases September analysis The Central Bank of Uzbekistan reported a notable slowdown in inflation, with overall prices rising by 8% as of September 2025—down from 12.3% in 2022, reflecting broad stabilization across goods and services despite mixed trends in food, energy, and service sectors. 👉Link in the comments #Uzbekistan #Inflation #CentralBank #EconomicStability #PriceTrends #MonetaryPolicy #Economy #Finance

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

On CBN’s sustained fight against inflation - Dateline Nigeria The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), under Dr Olayemi Cardoso, has been actively implementing policies aimed at controlling inflation and stabilizing the economy, with resounding success. Through its regular Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, the apex bank has maintained its rates to fight this economic menace, even as experts predict reductions going by recent developments. … https://lnkd.in/dMKR4s3i

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

On News Central TV this morning, I provided insights into the critical factors likely to influence the Central Bank of Nigeria MPC decisions today, including inflation trends, exchange rate dynamics, and economic growth projections. My forecast was a strategic hold on MPR at 27.5% & CRR at 50%. #MonetaryPolicy #MPR #InterestRate #MacroEconomy #CBN #Nigeria

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