EBC Financial Group says notes that unapproved Dangote share-offer halt by Nigerian government shows conduct controls must keep pace with T+1 settlement.
EBC Financial Group says Nigeria's power reform enters an accountability phase, with tariffs and renewable rules judged by reliable supply and diesel cost cuts.
EBC Financial Group says Kenya's reserves remain adequate, but deficits, higher food imports and weaker Saudi remittances show why markets look beyond reserves.
Markets expect further Fed hikes under Kevin Warsh as sticky inflation, AI spending and rising Treasury yields pressure bonds and weigh on gold prices.
EBC Financial Group says the test is whether lower border charges are matched by faster release, fewer repeated checks and a lower ship-to-warehouse cost.