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Nigeria Offers Two- and Three-Year Bonds at Lower Yields

Allen Dreyfus
  • Two-year bonds issued at 16.635%, three-year at 18.635%, reflecting easing inflation expectations
  • Debt sale closes on March 7, with interest payments starting June 12

Abuja, Nigeria – Nigeria offered two- and three-year bonds for sale on Monday at lower yields of 16.635% and 18.635%, respectively, compared with the previous auction, reflecting a shift in market sentiment following the central bank’s decision to pause interest rate hikes.

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