The National Bank of Ethiopia has introduced a new policy limiting foreign exchange trading spreads to 2%, effective October 16, 2024. This move marks a significant step in Ethiopia’s ongoing economic reforms, aiming to stabilize the currency market and increase transparency in forex transactions. Ethiopia shifted to a market-based exchange rate system in July 2024, […]
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