OPINION/EDITORIAL

The Liquidity Mandate: Thematic Report February 2026

February 24, 2026/Coronation Report Every market cycle delivers lessons. Some are dramatic: sharp sell-offs, sudden rallies. Others are quieter but more  enduring. One of the most persistent and underappreciated lessons in the Nigerian equities market is the critical importance of liquidity. Liquidity rarely feels urgent in calm conditions. It is […]

Oil Traders Bet on Risk as Diplomacy Yields Little

February 24, 2026/Oilprice.com Tom Kool Editor, Oilprice.com In this week’s newsletter, we will take a quick look at some of the critical figures and data in the energy markets this week.       We will then look at some of the key market movers early this week before providing you […]

Post MPC February 2026: MPC Lowers the MPR by 50bps to 26.50%

As we envisaged, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50bps to 26.50% (previous: 27.0%), citing sustained disinflation, naira appreciation, and an improved external position. However, the Committee retained the Standing Facility Corridor at +50bps/-450bps, while leaving the […]