Tag: #CapitalMarket
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NGX, CIOD TEAM UP TO RAISE CORPORATE GOVERNANCE BAR
Nigerian Exchange Group Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting top-tier corporate governance through stronger collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria. Chairman Umaru Kwairanga made the pledge at the unveiling of the CIoD 2026 Corporate Governance Outlook in Ikoyi, Lagos, describing the institute as Nigeria’s leading body shaping directors through training, research and…
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NGX RALLIES: INVESTORS POCKET N1.77TRN IN SHORT TRADING WEEK
Despite fewer trading days, the stock market surged — delivering big gains and renewed investor confidence. Nigeria’s stock market wrapped up the week on a strong note, with the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) posting a 1.39% rise in both the All-Share Index and market capitalisation. The benchmark index climbed to 201,156.86 points, while total market…
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NIGERIA’S CAPITAL MARKET GETS GLOBAL RE-RATING, SAYS NGX CEO
Investors are taking a fresh look at Nigeria’s economic potential as market reforms boost confidence. Temi Popoola, Group CEO of the Nigerian Exchange Group, said Nigeria’s capital market is experiencing a re-rating as global investors reassess returns, data, and policy clarity. Speaking on BBC Newsday in London, he highlighted strong equity performance and improved energy…
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NGX MARKET CAP HITS N127TRN AS INVESTORS GAIN N924BN IN A WEEK
Stocks close the week on a strong note as investors rake in massive gains on the Nigerian bourse. Nigeria’s stock market ended the week on a positive note as the All-Share Index of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) rose by 0.73%, pushing market capitalisation to N127.361 trillion. The benchmark index climbed to 198,407.30 points, up…
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INSIDER TRADING ALERT: SHAREHOLDERS DEMAND TOUGHER SANCTIONS AFTER NGX WARNING
Investor groups are pushing for harsher penalties after the Nigerian Exchange flagged three companies over insider trading violations. Shareholders’ associations are calling for stricter enforcement and tougher penalties following insider trading warnings issued by the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The exchange recently sanctioned Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc, Mutual Benefits Insurance Plc and Austin Laz…
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NGX ENDS WEEK MIXED AS MARKET VALUE JUMPS ₦184BN
Fresh share listings lift capitalisation despite a slight dip in the index Trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed on a mixed note on Friday, with market capitalisation climbing by ₦184 billion even as the benchmark index slipped slightly. Market value rose 0.17% to ₦106.15 trillion, boosted mainly by Presco’s additional 166.7 million shares and…
