Unlocking the Power of Sovereign Credit Ratings for Africa’s Economic Growth
Recently, at the African Economic Conference (AEC) held in Gaborone, Botswana, experts and policymakers convened to discuss the transformative potential of sovereign credit ratings on Africa’s [...]
2025 Budget and Implications for the Credit Rating Industry
The recently unveiled 2025 Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signals a transformative moment in Nigeria’s economic direction. With an [...]
How Credit Ratings Influence Global Markets: The Ripple Effects
In the interconnected world of global finance, credit ratings act as silent forces, subtly steering the tides of economies and investments. Issued by trusted agencies, these [...]
PenCom Lifts Ban on PFA’s Investment in Commercial Papers
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has reopened a crucial investment channel for Licensed Pension Fund Administrators (LPFAs) by lifting the suspension on investments in commercial papers [...]
Spotting the Difference: Solicited VS. Unsolicited Rating
Credit ratings are like report cards for borrowers, offering a snapshot of their creditworthiness. They help investors, governments, and businesses assess the risk of lending or [...]
Issuer Default Rating (IDR) – A Nigerian Case Study
For Nigeria, the Issuer Default Rating (IDR) is a critical measure of the country's financial stability and creditworthiness. As Africa’s largest economy navigates economic challenges, the [...]