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Moody’s changes Nigeria’s outlook to positive, affirms B3 rating
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Moody’s changes Nigeria’s outlook to positive, affirms B3 rating

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Nigeria’s credit outlook to 'positive' from 'stable,' while maintaining its B3 long-term foreign and local currency issuer ratings. This decision follows improvements in Nigeria’s external financial position, including larger-than-anticipated current account surpluses, rising foreign exchange reserves, and enhanced monetary policy effectiveness. The agency noted that these developments suggest Nigeria may be better equipped to handle external shocks and build economic resilience. Moody’s also highlighted stronger-than-expected real GDP growth reaching 4% in 2025, along with declining inflation rates, as factors contributing to the outlook change. The upgrade indicates confidence in Nigeria’s economic trajectory, though challenges such as reliance on oil production and ongoing structural reforms remain.

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Moody’s changes Nigeria’s outlook to positive, affirms B3 rating

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Nigeria’s credit outlook to 'positive' from 'stable,' while maintaining its B3 long-term foreign and local currency issuer ratings. This decision follows improvements in Nigeria’s external financial position, including larger-than-anticipated current account surpluses, rising foreign exchange reserves, and enhanced monetary policy effectiveness. The agency noted that these developments suggest Nigeria may be better equipped to handle external shocks and build economic resilience. Moody’s also highlighted stronger-than-expected real GDP growth reaching 4% in 2025, along with declining inflation rates, as factors contributing to the outlook change. The upgrade indicates confidence in Nigeria’s economic trajectory, though challenges such as reliance on oil production and ongoing structural reforms remain.

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