Stock market maintains uptrend as investors gain N1.4trn in 4 days

Author: Urowayino JeremiahPublished on: April 13, 2026Country: Nigeria

Business & Economy

Stock market maintains uptrend as investors gain N1.4trn in 4 days

The Nigerian stock market extended its bullish momentum, with market capitalization rising to N131.165 trillion from N129.806 trillion the previous week. Investors gained N1.359 trillion due to sustained institutional demand for large-cap stocks. Total turnover reached 3.361 billion shares, with the financial services industry leading in transactions.

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