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Nigeria Ranks 19th Among 30 Nations in Retail Investment

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Despite the economic recession, the Global Retail Development Index says Nigeria’s retail sector made a national sale of N38tn ($125bn) in 2016.

The country also ranked 19th out of the 30 top developing countries for retail investment, based on all relevant macroeconomic and retail-specific variable.

According to the report, Nigeria’s retail development is supported by a middle class that has grown by 600 per cent in the last few years and now includes 4.1 million households, or 11 per cent of the country’s total population.

It added that retail in developing countries had seen excellent growth, and while the developing world population had grown by 21 per cent to 6.2 billion, retail sales in those markets had increased more than 350 per cent and represented more than a half of the total global retail sales.

“Despite the economic growth being tempered by low oil prices, constrained government expenditure and consumer spending, which took a hit in 2015, plummeting nine per cent as inflation made consumers more careful with their shopping, Nigeria still offers global retailers many opportunities,” the report said.

It added, “Modern trade is still underdeveloped, and aside from incumbent Shoprite and SPAR, few international grocers have entered and none has a real national presence. Nigeria poses some tough challenges to navigate, including import regulations, high rental costs, and power shortages—and there still isn’t an authoritative map of Lagos, let alone other major metropolitan areas. South Africa-based fashion retailer Truworths, closed its two remaining Nigerian stores due to this environment.

“Still, other retailers are placing their bets. Spanish discounter DIA plans to open more than 100 stores by 2020, and South Africa’s Pepkor plans to double its presence by 2018. Mall developments in Lagos and Abuja are also spurring growth. South Africa’s Resilient Group has four mall developments planned for completion between 2016 and 2017.”

The report noted that sub-Saharan Africa region’s massive potential was unmistakable, and reflected in the six Sub-Saharan African countries ranked in the GRDI.

Exciting opportunities keep opening up as household incomes rise, countries become urbanised, and the rising middle class embraces organised retail and demands more and better services. However, informal trade still dominates and expanding into the region remains far from easy,” it stated.

The Chairman, Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, Lagos branch, Offiong Ukpong, said that the country had all the economic indices to boost retail development despite the economic downturn.

He said, Nigeria’s economy remained the biggest in Africa and prior to this government, Nigeria was targeted to be among the 15 developing countries by 2030.

He said, “All indices in terms of development show that there are chances of increase in activities.

“The retail market is doing well and while the government may not have money at the moment, there are individuals who are growing the economy. Nigerians also travel far and if there is no money in the country, those who travel still find a way to bring in money into the country.”

Ukpong however said that the recession had taken a huge toll on the real estate sector.

“There is a problem of getting people to pay for accommodation and take up new accommodation,” he added.

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Saudi Arabia Aims for $80 Billion Tourism Investment to Fuel Vision 2030 Goals

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Saudi Arabia is embarking on a bold venture to attract up to $80 billion in private investment into its burgeoning tourism industry, a move pivotal to realizing its ambitious Vision 2030 objectives.

Tourism Minister Ahmed Al Khateeb unveiled the kingdom’s aspiration during an interview in Riyadh, emphasizing the imperative role of the private sector in spearheading investment endeavors.

With plans to disburse approximately $800 billion on tourism over the next decade, Saudi Arabia is steadfast in its pursuit to diversify its economy and reduce dependency on oil revenues.

Vision 2030 outlines a trajectory for the kingdom to metamorphose into one of the world’s premier tourist destinations, targeting 150 million annual visitors by 2030, a significant portion originating from overseas.

While the government and sovereign wealth fund have historically fueled tourism development, securing substantial foreign direct investment, particularly from the private sector, emerges as paramount in expediting Vision 2030 initiatives.

The kingdom’s fiscal projections, forecasting deficits until 2026, underscore the urgency of engaging private investors to actualize the ambitious tourism blueprint.

Saudi Arabia, having welcomed 100 million tourists in 2023, predominantly domestic travelers, eyes international markets such as India, China, the UK, France, and Germany for tourist influx.

A new program launched by the Ministry of Tourism aims to streamline investment processes, potentially unlocking $11 billion in private investment, bolstering Saudi Arabia’s tourism trajectory and reshaping its economic landscape.

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CBN Unveils Plan to Settle N1.64 Trillion Treasury Bills in Q2 2024

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced its strategic approach to managing liquidity and meeting financial obligations by unveiling a comprehensive plan to settle Treasury Bills (TBs) worth N1.64 trillion during the second quarter of 2024.

This initiative, part of the CBN’s Nigeria Treasury Bills Issue programme, aims to regulate the money supply within the economy while effectively managing liquidity dynamics.

According to documents obtained by Investors King, the TBs settlement program is slated to commence on March 7th and conclude on May 23rd, 2024.

The CBN will focus on settling TBs with varying tenors, including N414.29 billion on 91 days, N43.74 billion on 182 days, and a substantial N1.18 trillion on 364 days.

The breakdown of the settlement plan reveals monthly settlements to address maturing TBs. In March, the CBN plans to settle N660.62 billion worth of TBs, followed by N292.17 billion in April and N688.3 billion in May.

Market analysts interpret this move as a testament to the CBN’s commitment to managing financial obligations and maintaining economic stability.

It provides investors with opportunities to engage in short-term financial instruments while contributing to overall liquidity dynamics.

The strategic settlement plan reflects the CBN’s proactive stance in navigating economic challenges and ensuring stability within the financial landscape.

As the apex bank implements these measures, stakeholders will closely monitor their impact on market dynamics and economic indicators, anticipating implications for investment decisions and monetary policy outlooks.

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China’s State-Owned Lenders Allocate $8 Billion to Revitalize Property Market

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China’s state-owned lenders have committed a substantial $8 billion in loans to rejuvenate the country’s beleaguered property market, aligning with Beijing’s directives to bolster the sector.

Agricultural Bank of China Ltd. disclosed approving over 40 billion yuan of loans for real estate projects on predefined white lists, signaling a proactive approach towards supporting the housing market’s recovery.

China Construction Bank Corp. also joined the effort, extending 3 billion yuan to five property projects, with plans to greenlight over 20 billion yuan in loans soon.

Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd. and Bank of China Ltd. are among the institutions offering financing assistance, although the exact loan amounts remain undisclosed.

This initiative follows Beijing’s recent call for local authorities to enhance financing support for developers and curate lists of eligible projects.

In response, the big four state lenders pledged to meet reasonable financing demands from developers and projects identified under the coordination mechanism.

However, China’s property market faces challenges despite these measures. New home sales plummeted 34.2% year-on-year, underscoring the ongoing slowdown.

While existing home transactions surged during the Spring Festival holiday, new home sales remained subdued, prompting a cautious outlook among buyers.

The infusion of $8 billion aims to instill confidence and stimulate activity in the property sector, potentially heralding a gradual recovery amid persisting market uncertainties.

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