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Inflation Moderates to 15.43% Despite Surge in Food Prices
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Aug 18, 2026 · 03:43 WAT
Nigeria’s Consumer Price Index inflation rate moderated to 15.43%, although food prices continued to rise sharply in several states, including Adamawa, Yobe and Anambra. The data is relevant to investors assessing purchasing power, operating costs and earnings conditions across NGX-listed companies.