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FX Market
The South African rand traded relatively stable against the US dollar, euro, and British pound as investors continue to assess developments surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz while digesting softer US inflation data.
The Nigerian naira extended its momentum against the US dollar in the official foreign exchange market, driven by robust FX liquidity and easing demand for international payments.
The Nigerian naira strengthened against Western currencies, including the US dollar, at the foreign exchange market on Wednesday despite an increase in international payments.
The Nigerian naira dived across Nigerian foreign exchange markets against the US dollar, reflecting increased demand for offshore payments and other settlements.
The naira drifted against the US dollar at the official window on Friday, reflecting a momentary shift in foreign currency liquidity amid a surge in demand.
South African Rand momentum eased against Western currencies as US-Iran clashes reverse market optimism. The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire, but Iran said the situation returned to normal.
Naira Gains 4.42% in 4 Months as FX Reforms Hold The naira gains 4.42% in…
The Nigerian local currency, the naira, rallied across the currency markets on Thursday, driven by improved FX liquidity. In its daily FX report, the Central Bank reported that the spot FX rate rose by ₦1.49 to N1355.85 against the U.S. Dollar.
The naira rebounded in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), appreciating by a significant 67 basis points (bps) against the U.S. Dollar.