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Fed’s Rate Cut Expected to Boost African Markets

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  • Analysts predict positive spillover effects for African economies, including potential gains in Eurobonds and relief for dollar-denominated debt.
  • Nigeria, however, may experience mixed impacts due to domestic factors.

Lagos, Nigeria – Analysts say the larger-than-expected rate cut by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday will bring positive spillover effects to African markets. The impacts, expected to manifest in the coming weeks, could lead to the repricing of African Eurobonds and a weakening of the dollar, providing relief for African economies carrying dollar-denominated debts.

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