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Nigerian consumer goods firms held N587 billion in cash by mid-2026, a 12.2% rise from 2025. The reserve offers financial security but faces pressure from falling deposit returns.
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Interbank FX turnover surged 123% to $179.58 million on September 30, 2026, as the naira strengthened to N1,329.50 per dollar at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.
Business
Nigeria's composite PMI climbed to 53.0 in September, marking the fourth consecutive month of economic expansion, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria. The reading signals broad-based growth across industry, services and agriculture.
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A new CBN inflation expectations survey reveals 77.2% of Nigerian households perceived prices as high in September 2026, up from 67.2% in August, highlighting sustained pressure on household budgets amid persistent economic challenges.
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Nigerian households are putting investments and home purchases on hold as the CBN survey reveals deepening pessimism over soaring living costs, with consumer sentiment dropping to -18.7 index points in September 2026.
Business
The SBA has awarded $18 million in non-dilutive funding to seven manufacturers through its inaugural Critical Suppliers Prize Competition, targeting supply chain gaps in defense, aerospace, and advanced materials.
Business
Accenture and AWS launch Accenture Edge, a new initiative helping mid-market firms adopt AI, modernize infrastructure, and drive measurable business impact.
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Business
YouTube and Google introduce AI-driven ad tools and one-tap experiences to help small businesses boost engagement and conversions during the holiday shopping season.
Business
Quorum Health partners with Oracle to integrate AI and unified systems across 11 rural hospitals, reducing administrative burdens and improving patient care in underserved communities.
Business
Amazon plans a $100 million advanced manufacturing facility in Greenwood, Indiana, creating 300 skilled jobs by 2028 and reinforcing the state's industrial growth.
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A post-game brawl during the Grayson vs Miami Carol City high school football game triggered investigations by state governing bodies, with Georgia commit Temorris Campbell Jr. at the center of controversy.
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Business
Nigeria's composite PMI climbed to 53.0 in September, marking the fourth consecutive month of economic expansion, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria. The reading signals broad-based growth across industry, services and agriculture.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Taylor Swift surprised Dakota Johnson's SNL host slot by appearing as a playful breakup therapist, delivering jokes about relationships, wine, and a surprise Cleveland shoutout for Travis Kelce.
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News
Colorado State head coach Jim Mora relieved defensive coordinator Tyson Summers of duties at halftime during a loss to Oregon State, with Summers leaving the sideline as co-defensive coordinator Kenny McClendon took over play-calling.
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Google's consent page explains how cookies and data are used for service maintenance, personalized ads, and privacy controls, giving users the choice to accept or reject tracking.
Politics
Google introduces a new cookie consent interface detailing how data including IP addresses powers service maintenance ad delivery and personalization options.
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Google’s cookie consent interface explains how your data is used, giving you the choice to accept all tracking or reject non‑essential data, with easy access to privacy settings.
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The Ultimate Ears Miniroll drops to $49.99 during October Prime Day, offering a compact, IP67-rated Bluetooth speaker with 12-hour battery life and PartyUp pairing for on-the-go listening.
Business
Chancellor John Healey faces pivotal decisions on energy costs and economic confidence ahead of the October 2026 Budget, balancing inflation, global conflict and growth.
News
Four people died when a helicopter crashed and caught fire in a Quebec town near Montreal, prompting a major investigation by provincial and federal authorities.
