NGX Trading Summary: February 25, 2025 – Gains, Losses & Market Movements

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NGX Trading Summary: February 25, 2025 – Gains, Losses & Market Movements

The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) closed today’s trading session on a mixed note, showing slight improvements in volume and turnover but a decline in the number of deals. Here’s a detailed breakdown of today’s market activity:

Market Overview
• Total Volume Traded: 363,013,197 shares
• Total Turnover: NGN 10.12 billion
• Total Deals: 13,753
• Market Capitalization: NGN 67.2 trillion

Compared to Monday, February 24, 2025, today’s trading session reflected:
• 1% increase in trading volume
• 10% increase in turnover
• 14% decline in the number of deals

Top Gainers of the Day

Out of 129 equities that participated in today’s trading, only 13 stocks closed with gains. Leading the charge were:
1. Smart Products Nigeria Plc – 10% gain, closing at NGN 0.33 per share
2. Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) – 9.97% gain
3. Red Star Express Plc – 9.57% gain
4. Associated Bus Company Plc – 8.13% gain

Top Losers of the Day

Meanwhile, 49 stocks recorded losses, with these companies taking the hardest hits:
1. Honeywell Flour Mill Plc – 10% loss, closing at NGN 11.25 per share
2. Morison Industries Plc – 9.97% loss
3. University Press Plc – 9.9% loss
4. International Energy Insurance Plc – 9.75% loss

Most Traded Stocks by Volume

Heavy trading activity was observed in the banking and insurance sectors today, with these stocks leading in traded volume:
1. Access Holdings Plc – 36.8 million shares traded
2. Jaiz Bank Plc – 23 million shares traded
3. Zenith Bank Plc – 18.4 million shares traded
4. ️ AXA Mansard Insurance Plc – 17 million shares traded

Market Sentiment: A Mixed Bag

While today’s trading session showed slight improvements in volume and turnover, the decline in deals and the high number of losers (49) suggest a cautious market mood. However, the strong performance of companies like Smart Products Nigeria and the Nigerian Exchange Group could signal selective investor confidence in certain sectors.

What’s your take on today’s market performance? Will the bullish sentiment continue, or should we expect a correction soon?