The Ethiopian Commodity Exchange (ECX) has been a cornerstone in the trading of various commodities like coffee, sesame, and maize. However, the ECX largely operates on spot contracts, where commodities are sold or bought for immediate delivery and payment. …
Ethiopia’s National Bank has recently issued Directive No. FXD/86/2023 aimed at promoting Strategic Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in key sectors of the economy. In simpler terms, this is Ethiopia extending a welcoming hand to big-time foreign investors, a strategic …
Written By Samson Tsedeke
The Ethiopian Commodity Exchange (ECX) was established in 2008 with the aim of revolutionizing Ethiopia’s agricultural sector by increasing market efficiency and improving farmers’ bargaining power. In the past decade, the ECX has become a crucial …