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Naira Strengthens to N1251 as FX Inflows Rise 42% The exchange rate outlook on the naira has turned positive with the expectation that the local currency will continue to beat the US dollar across the forex market. The exchange rate appreciated to N1251.05 versus the US dollar, according to data from the FMDQ Securities Exchange. Goldman Sachs forecasted that the exchange rate will appreciate to N1200 over 12 months. In the just concluded week, the Nigerian naira closed at N1251 as the local currency’s dramatic gaining streak uneased foreign currency speculators in the economy. Nigerian naira has continued to gain…

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