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Where to invest in October 2026: Stocks, fixed income and assets to watch
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk Idika Aja , as published by Nairametrics
· October 6, 2026
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Key points The Central Bank of Nigeria has reduced the Monetary Policy Rate to 23%, a cut of 350 basis points. The naira's value ended September at around N1,329.
Investors are navigating a changed market as October begins. The Central Bank of Nigeria has reduced the Monetary Policy Rate to 23%, a cut of 350 basis points. This shift is accompanied by falling Treasury bill yields.
The naira's value ended September at around N1,329.50 per dollar. External reserves have also seen an increase, surpassing $54 billion.
Further details on the current market conditions and investment opportunities are available, including insights on stocks, fixed income, and other assets to consider in October 2026.
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Category: News Published: October 6, 2026 Source: Nairametrics Reading time: 1 min
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