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Only 18% of Retailers Access Formal Loans in Nigeria, Report Finds
A new report from the Nigeria FMCG Industry reveals that only 18 percent of retailers have accessed formal loans, underscoring significant financial exclusion in the fast-moving consumer goods sector.
askFinz Newsroom· Jun 19, 2026#retailers#access#formal#loans
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- Only 18% of retailers have access to formal loans.
- Nearly three-quarters (74%) of retailers consider credit access crucial for daily operations.
- More than half of retailers face shortfalls affecting their ability to restock in time.
- Credit sales for FMCG reached N325 billion, showing a significant year-on-year increase.
- Introduction to the Nigeria FMCG Industry Report
- Key Findings on Credit Access for Retailers
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