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Global Commodity Prices Poised to Hit Six-Year Low by 2026, Says World Bank

…..Plunging prices forecast to ease inflation but threaten export-dependent economies April 30, 2025 By InvestAdvocate Lagos (INVESTADVOCATE)-Global commodity prices are set to decline to their lowest levels since 2020 by 2026, according to the World Bank Group’s latest Commodity Markets Outlook, signaling a dramatic shift that could ease inflationary pressures […]

Experts Convene in Washington to Advance Dialogue on an African-Led Credit Rating Ecosystem

African institutions and global credit rating agencies reaffirmed their commitment to developing a fair, transparent, and inclusive credit rating ecosystem for Africa April 30, 2025/AfriCatalyst With more than 30 African countries subject to sovereign credit ratings, the decisions of global rating agencies significantly impact debt sustainability and access to international […]

Cement Sector Begins 2025 on a Strong Note

April 29, 2025/CSL Research The cement industry kicked off 2025 on a robust note, delivering impressive financial results in the first quarter. Total Revenue for all listed cement producers surged by 37.4% year-on-year (y/y) to ₦1.53 trillion, up from ₦1.12 trillion in Q1 2024. This topline growth was largely driven […]