Category : Economy


Edun Contradicts Tinubu on 2025 Revenue Figures

Finance Minister Wale Edun reveals a N30 trillion revenue shortfall, contradicting President Tinubu's claim of meeting the 2025 target. Details on the budget deficit and borrowing plans inside.

Germany Imposes Tougher Penalties for Job Seekers

Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

German Business Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low

German business sentiment dropped for a second month in December, hitting its lowest point in seven months. The industrial slump and weak Christmas sales signal a bleak economic end to 2025. Read more.

France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform

French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.

EU to Scrap 2035 Combustion-Engine Car Ban

The EU is poised to abandon its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars, replacing it with a 90% emission cut target. This major shift aims to support Europe's carmakers facing Chinese competition and slow EV adoption.

Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed

In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.

Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025

Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, down from 16.05% in October. Read the full NBS report on food and core inflation trends across states.

Nigeria's Inflation Eases to 14.45% in November

Nigeria's headline inflation rate fell to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from 16.05% in October. The National Bureau of Statistics attributes the moderation to CPI rebasing. Read the full analysis.

Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025

Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from October. The NBS CPI report details the monthly and yearly trends, including food and core inflation figures across states.

Naira resilient despite festive dollar demand surge

The Nigerian naira shows resilience against heightened US dollar demand during the festive 'Detty December' season. CBN's external reserves rise to $45.44 billion, providing crucial support. Experts analyze market dynamics and future outlook.

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