Dollar To Naira Black Market and CBN Exchange Rate For Today December 3rd, 2024 can be accessed below..
What’s the current black market exchange rate for Dollar ($) to Naira (₦)?
As of December 3rd, 2024, the black market exchange rate for Dollar to Naira stands at:
- Buying rate: ₦1,730 per US dollar
- Selling rate: ₦1,750 per US dollar
The black market, also known as the parallel market, operates unofficially for currency trading. Its rates differ from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) official rates.
Often utilized by people and businesses facing limitations or regulations in accessing the official market, the black market rate fluctuates daily due to various factors, including currency supply and demand, inflation, political stability, and economic policies.
Typically exceeding the official rate, the black market rate reflects a weaker naira value.
It’s important to note that these rates might vary slightly based on location and deal
How does the Black Market rate compare to the official CBN Exchange rate?
As of today, December 3rd, 2024, the CBN official rates of the US dollar to the Nigerian naira are:
- Buying: ₦1,663.96
- Selling: ₦1,680
This official rate serves as the benchmark for CBN transactions and interventions in the foreign exchange market, impacting rates for other foreign currencies like the euro, pound sterling, and Chinese yuan.
The disparity between the black market and official rates, known as the parallel market premium, indicates confidence levels in the naira and CBN policies while reflecting the divergence between official and unofficial markets.
