NGX Climbs as Investor Sentiment Improves

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May 19, 2026/United Capital Report

Market Summary:
  • Today, the Nigerian Exchange Market closed on a positive note due to share price appreciation in ZENITHBANK (+1.50%) and BUACEMENT (+5.75%)
  • As a result, the benchmark Nigerian Exchange All-Share Index (NGX-ASI) rose by 0.57% to settle at 251,635.42 points
  • Year to date returns rose to settle at 61.71%
  • Market capitalization also rose by 0.57% to close at N161.28tn ($117.41bn)
  • Activity level in the market declined with the total value and volume of stocks traded falling by 13.22% and 12.06% to settle at N32.15bn and 703.95mn units respectively.

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