NGX Market Cap Nears N100trn as Trade Surges 110%

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) saw a surge in trade, with the market capitalisation nearing N100trn.

The NGX recorded a 110.66% turnover increase, with 7.82 billion shares traded worth N134.47 billion in 150,799 deals between December 29, 2025, and January 2, 2026.

The all-share index (ASI) grew by 1.92%, rising from 153,539.83 to 156,492.36.

The financial services sector led the activity chart, accounting for 5.99 billion shares worth N67.02 billion.

The ICT industry and consumer goods sector also performed well, with 946.95 million shares worth N8.02 billion and 258.82 million shares worth N9.38 billion, respectively.

Cornerstone Insurance Plc, Cham Holding Company Plc, and Access Holdings Plc were the top three traded stocks by volume.

Some notable gainers on the NGX include Austin Laz & Company Plc, which rose N1.47 kobo to close at N4.67 per share, Aluminium Extrusion Industries Plc, which gained N7.45 kobo to N23.80, and Eunisell Interlinked Plc, which gained N38.05 kobo to N126. On the other hand, E-tranzact International Plc, First Holdco Plc, and Livingtrust Mortgage Bank Plc were among the top decliners.