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Oil prices dipped over a weak demand outlook as China’s, the world’s second-largest crude consumer, industrial production slowed down. The bearish trade was also supported by a strong US dollar which kept energy costs elevated amidst a hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve.

Inflation rate accelerated by 26 basis points in May to 33.95% due to higher food items prices in Nigeria amidst uncertainties, according to data released by statistics office. In its report, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said that in May 2024, the headline inflation rate increased to 33.95% from 33.69% in April.