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London FX Trading Volumes Hit Record, North America Rises in April

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6 years ago

July 24, 2018

London FX Trading Volumes Hit Record, North America Rises in April

Daily trading volumes in the world’s biggest foreign exchange trading center, London, surged to a record in April as trading currency swaps and the British pound picked up, a semi-annual survey by the Bank of England showed on Tuesday.

Currency turnovers in North America, another major hub, posted strong gains from year-ago levels on broad growth across different foreign exchange instruments, according to New York Federal Reserve semiannual survey data also released on Tuesday.

“I think the data show that the secular trend of rising FX volumes comes into play again. It was interrupted after the (global financial crisis) and some regulatory measures that dampened spec FX activities, but it is not broken,” said Ulrich Leuchtmann, head of FX and emerging market research at Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt.

Traders’ perception of possibly less easy monetary policies from the European Central Bank and the Bank of Japan, while the Federal Reserve sticks to its gradual rate-hike path, spurred changes in their positions in the dollar, euro and the yen, analysts said.

Average daily forex turnover in London stood at $2.73 trillion in April, up 15 percent from six months ago, with swaps trading up 18 percent in that period versus an 8 percent rise in cash trading volumes.

Across the Atlantic, daily currency volumes averaged $993.55 billion in April, up 11.7 percent from a year ago, the New York Fed said.

London’s turnover in the British pound GBP=D3 rose to a record $351 billion, up 18 percent from October 2017 and nearly doubling from last year, as disappointment over the central bank not raising interest rates prompted traders to dump the pound against the dollar.

The British currency GBP=D3 rose to a post-Brexit referendum-vote high at $1.4377 in mid-April and fell nearly five percent until the end of the month, after Bank of England Governor Mark Carney signaled the central bank may not raise interest rates in May due to “mixed” economic data.

“April was a particularly bad month for sterling traders as Carney poured cold water on expectations of a rate hike by the market,” said Michael Hewson, chief market analyst at CMC Markets in London.

Daily turnover in the euro-dollar exchange rate jumped by 11 percent to $778 billion per day — the most-traded currency pair — for a market share of 29 percent of the total traded volumes. Chinese yuan trade almost doubled from a year ago, the report said.

In terms of market share, foreign exchange swaps comprised nearly half of total turnover in London, followed by cash trading and currency forwards.

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Dollar to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today 4th May 2024

The black market, also known as the parallel market or Aboki fx, US dollar to Nigerian Naira exchange rate as of May 4th, 2024 stood at 1 USD to ₦1,400.

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12 hours ago

May 4, 2024

Samed Olukoya

The black market, also known as the parallel market or Aboki fx, US dollar to Nigerian Naira exchange rate as of May 4th, 2024 stood at 1 USD to ₦1,400.

Recent data from Bureau De Change (BDC) reveals that buyers in the Lagos Parallel Market purchased a dollar for ₦1,380 and sold it at ₦1,370 on Friday, May 3rd, 2024.

This indicates a decline in the Naira exchange rate compared to the current rate.

The black market rate plays a crucial role for investors and participants, offering a real-time reflection of currency dynamics outside official or regulated exchange channels.

Monitoring these rates provides insights into the immediate value of the Naira against the dollar, guiding decision-making processes for individuals and businesses alike.

It’s important to note that while the black market offers valuable insights, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize its existence.

The CBN advises individuals engaging in forex transactions to utilize official banking channels, emphasizing the importance of compliance with regulatory frameworks.

How much is dollar to naira today in black market

For those navigating the currency exchange landscape, here are the latest figures for the black market exchange rate:

Buying Rate: ₦1,400
Selling Rate: ₦1,390

As economic conditions continue to evolve, staying informed about currency exchange rates empowers individuals to make informed financial decisions. While the black market provides immediate insights, adherence to regulatory guidelines ensures stability and transparency in forex transactions.

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Black Market Dollar Rate Reaches ₦1,380 Today, May 3rd, 2024

US dollar to Nigerian Naira exchange rate as of May 3rd, 2024 at the black market stood at 1 USD to ₦1,380

Published

2 days ago

May 3, 2024

Samed Olukoya

The black market, also known as the parallel market or Aboki fx, US dollar to Nigerian Naira exchange rate as of May 3rd, 2024 stood at 1 USD to ₦1,380.

Recent data from Bureau De Change (BDC) reveals that buyers in the Lagos Parallel Market purchased a dollar for ₦1,350 and sold it at ₦1,340 on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024.

This indicates a decline in the Naira exchange rate compared to the current rate.

The black market rate plays a crucial role for investors and participants, offering a real-time reflection of currency dynamics outside official or regulated exchange channels.

Monitoring these rates provides insights into the immediate value of the Naira against the dollar, guiding decision-making processes for individuals and businesses alike.

It’s important to note that while the black market offers valuable insights, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize its existence.

The CBN advises individuals engaging in forex transactions to utilize official banking channels, emphasizing the importance of compliance with regulatory frameworks.

How much is dollar to naira today in black market

For those navigating the currency exchange landscape, here are the latest figures for the black market exchange rate:

Buying Rate: ₦1,380
Selling Rate: ₦1,370

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Dollar to Naira Black Market Today, May 2nd, 2024

As of May 2nd, 2024, the exchange rate for the US dollar to the Nigerian Naira stands at 1 USD to 1,350 NGN in the black market, also referred to as the parallel market or Aboki fx.

Published

2 days ago

May 2, 2024

Samed Olukoya

As of May 2nd, 2024, the exchange rate for the US dollar to the Nigerian Naira stands at 1 USD to 1,350 NGN in the black market, also referred to as the parallel market or Aboki fx.

For those engaging in currency transactions in the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market), buyers purchase a dollar for N1,310 and sell it at N1,300 on Monday, April 29th, 2024 based on information from Bureau De Change (BDC).

Meaning, the Naira exchange rate declined when compared to today’s rate below.

This black market rate signifies the value at which individuals can trade their dollars for Naira outside the official or regulated exchange channels.

Investors and participants closely monitor these parallel market rates for a more immediate reflection of currency dynamics.

How Much is Dollar to Naira Today in the Black Market?

Kindly be aware that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not acknowledge the existence of the parallel market, commonly referred to as the black market.

The CBN has advised individuals seeking to participate in Forex transactions to utilize official banking channels.