AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNigeria Markets & FX: The NGX All-Share fell 0.52% and investors lost about ₦812bn in a week, while the naira moved to around ₦1,330 per dollar in trading. Nigeria Growth Pulse: Nigeria’s composite PMI rose to 53.0 in September for a fourth straight month, with stronger industrial output but uneven sector performance. Policy Debate in Nigeria: VP Kashim Shettima defended Tinubu’s reforms, saying subsidy removal and FX unification prevented collapse; the government also pushed an e-logistics plan with electric tricycles and buses. Property & Costs: Ikoyi land prices reportedly tripled to ~₦6m per sqm, sparking debate over whether the jump is driven by fundamentals or “feelings.” Investor Education: India’s NISM launched a World Investor Week programme focused on financial awareness and cyber safety. Digital Economy & Skills: ASEAN’s DEFA framework is set for signing in November, aiming to make cross-border digital work easier—if skills can be recognized. Global Trade & Energy: Economists urged India to keep markets open and adapt fertiliser and subsidy policy to geopolitical shocks; former Singapore FM George Yeo said India and China have stockpiles to manage energy disruptions. Regional Development: World Bank is close to approving Jordan’s $200m youth-tech-jobs project restructuring, extending timelines and shifting funds toward jobs and training. UAE Space Economy: The UAE is pushing to turn space capabilities into broader economic value under its 2031 strategy. Scams & Online Safety: A Germany-focused report warns fake shops and phishing are causing billions in annual losses, urging basic website checks.
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