Akintunde Oyedokun
Research Analyst
Oil prices rose on Monday after the U.S. intercepted a tanker near Venezuela and Russia-Ukraine tensions stayed high, reviving supply disruption fears. Brent gained 2.2% to $61.78 a barrel, while WTI rose 2.2% to $57.77. The move came despite ongoing pressure from rising U.S. and OPEC+ output, which continues to fuel oversupply concerns.
Last week, both Brent and WTI slipped about 1%, highlighting the market’s fragile balance.
China Holds Loan Rates Steady
China kept its benchmark loan prime rates unchanged in December for the seventh straight month, as expected.
The move points to a cautious policy stance despite signs of slowing growth, with weaker factory output, softer retail sales, and subdued bank lending reflecting pressure from the prolonged property sector downturn.
Policymakers appear inclined to rely on existing tools for now, keeping broader stimulus measures on hold.
Spain’s Consumer Lending Nears Pre-Crisis Peaks
Consumer lending in Spain has surged to levels not seen since 2008, boosted by a strong economy, growing population, and higher returns for banks. New loans reached €4.5 billion in October, up 21.8% year-on-year, while overall consumer lending grew 7.2% to €105.9 billion by mid-2025. Bad debt remains moderate at just over 4%, far below crisis-era highs.
Rising consumer credit is expected to remain a major driver of bank profitability in the coming years.
DR Congo Gears Up for First Cobalt Shipment Under New Quotas
The Democratic Republic of Congo has begun sampling for Chinese miner CMOC’s first cobalt shipment under its new export quota system, expected in the coming days. The country produces over 70% of global cobalt, with annual exports capped at 96,600 tons from 2026. CMOC and Glencore received the largest allocations and will pay a 10% royalty. Legal and compliance hurdles, including prepayment requirements, could delay exports and affect global battery supply chains.
Nigeria, U.S. Sign $5.1B Health Deal
Nigeria and the U.S. have signed a five-year, $5.1 billion health cooperation MOU. The agreement supports malaria, HIV/AIDS, TB, maternal and child health, and strengthens over 900 faith-based clinics with $200 million. It aligns with Nigeria’s health reforms to improve access, build resilient systems, and enhance healthcare outcomes nationwide. The deal represents the largest co-investment under the America First Global Health Strategy to date.
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