NGX investors gain N8.66trn as market capitalisation surges 6.6% in bullish week

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) recorded a strong performance for the week, with investors gaining N8.661 trillion amid heightened trading activity. According to a report, market capitalisation rose by 6.60 per cent to N139.827 trillion from N131.166 trillion recorded in the previous week. Similarly, the NGX All-Share Index advanced by 6.57 per…

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All-Share index rises as market gains N390bn on FTSE reclassification boost

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian equities market closed on a bullish note on Wednesday, with investors gaining N390 billion following renewed buying interest driven by strong corporate earnings and positive global signals. Market performance was buoyed by the release of full-year 2025 financial results by listed companies, as well as Nigeria’s reclassification by FTSE Russell…

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Stock market gains N20bn as investor interest lifts key equities

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian stock market sustained its positive momentum on Thursday, recording a marginal gain of N20 billion amid continued investor interest in select equities. Market capitalisation rose from N128.977 trillion to N128.997 trillion, representing a 0.02 per cent increase, while the All-Share Index advanced by 32.14 points to close at 200,957.89. The…

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NGX, Women Affairs Ministry partner to boost participation in Capital Market

Nigerian Exchange Group has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development to deepen women’s economic empowerment and promote gender inclusion in Nigeria’s capital market. The collaboration came to the fore during a strategic visit by the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, to NGX Group in Lagos on…

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Nigerian stock market opens week in red as investors lose N1.37trn

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian equities market began the trading week on a bearish note on Monday, shedding N1.375 trillion in market capitalisation amid widespread profit-taking by investors. At the close of trading, market capitalisation declined by 1.07 per cent to N127.750 trillion, down from N129.125 trillion recorded at the previous session. Similarly, the All-Share…

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NGX urges infrastructure investment to drive Nigeria’s economic growth

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has called for increased investment in Nigeria’s critical infrastructure to unlock economic growth and enhance the country’s global competitiveness. In a statement issued in Lagos, the Group said its Chairman, Umaru Kwairanga, made the call on Thursday at the Nigeria Infrastructure Investment Forum in London. Kwairanga,…

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Nigerian exchange ends week strong, investors gain N1.77trn

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) closed the week on a positive note as the All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 1.39 per cent to 201,156.86 points, while market capitalisation increased to N129.126 trillion from N127.361 trillion the previous week. Despite only three trading sessions following public holidays for the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, investors recorded…

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Nigeria’s capital market attracts global investors amid reforms – NGX CEO

By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s capital market is gaining renewed global investor attention, thanks to improved economic policies, ongoing reforms, and strong market performance, according to Temi Popoola, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX). Popoola made the comments on Tuesday during a live interview on BBC Newsday in London, coinciding with President…

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Stock market gains N687bn as BUA cement, Zenith bank drive rally

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian stock market extended its bullish momentum on Tuesday, with investors gaining N687 billion amid sustained buying interest in key equities. Market capitalisation rose by 0.54 per cent, increasing from N129.329 trillion to N130.026 trillion at the close of trading, reflecting renewed investor confidence. Similarly, the NGX All-Share Index advanced by…

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