TOP GAINERS

Company

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Change

Potential Reasons / Notes

Sector

UNIONDICON

8.8

0.8

Renewed interest in agro-processing firms.

Agriculture / Food Processing

EUNISELL

53.2

4.8

Strong trading volumes and sector optimism.

Oil & Gas / Industrial Services

SOVRENINS

3.8

0.23

Buying momentum in insurance counters.

Insurance

BUACEMENT

170

10

Improved cement demand and strong Q4 outlook.

Industrial Goods / Cement

ENAMELWA

45

2.55

Positive sentiment from capacity expansion news.

Industrial Goods

UACN

69.95

3.45

Earnings optimism and increased investor demand.

Conglomerates / Consumer Goods

STERLINGNG

8.1

0.3

Banking sector strength and investor confidence.

Banking

FIRSTHOLDCO

32.5

1.1

Investor accumulation amid favorable sentiment.

Financial Services

MBENEFIT

4.15

0.14

Mild recovery from oversold insurance stock.

Insurance

NPFMCRFBK

3.2

0.08

Steady institutional interest in microfinance.

Banking / Microfinance

 

 

📈 Market Gainers Summary

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the day positive, supported by strong performance in industrial goods, conglomerates, and select financial stocks.
Major blue chips like BUA Cement (+10%), UACN (+3.45%), and Eunisell (+4.8%) drove the rally, reflecting improved investor sentiment toward infrastructure and industrial growth.
Gains in SterlingNG and FirstHoldCo also supported financial sector stability, while light rebounds in insurance names such as Sovrenins and MBenefit added breadth to the market.
 Overall, sentiment was bullish, with investors rotating into dividend and growth plays ahead of upcoming earnings updates.

💡 Top 5 Potential Stocks to Watch

  1. BUACEMENT (₦170 | +10%) – Cement demand surge and infrastructure optimism make this a strong medium-term hold.
  2. EUNISELL (₦53.2 | +4.8%) – Oil & gas service firm benefiting from energy market rebound and project wins.
  3. UACN (₦69.95 | +3.45%) – Conglomerate strength amid diversification and consumer goods recovery.
  4. FIRSTHOLDCO (₦32.5 | +1.1%) – Growing investor interest and positive financial outlook.
  5. STERLINGNG (₦8.1 | +0.3%) – Resilient banking stock with steady earnings and attractive valuation.

💰 Top 5 Penny Stocks to Watch

  1. MBENEFIT (₦4.15 | +0.14%) – Improving momentum in insurance; potential for gradual rebound.
  2. SOVRENINS (₦3.8 | +0.23%) – Increased activity in low-cap insurance plays.
  3. NPFMCRFBK (₦3.2 | +0.08%) – Microfinance player showing steady upward trend.
  4. REGALINS / LASACO (if active in subsequent sessions) – Typically follow broader insurance market trend.
  5. UNIONDICON (₦8.8 | +0.8%) – Agribusiness stock gaining traction on sector recovery narrative.

 

TOP LOSERS

Company

Close

Change

Potential Reasons / Notes

Sector

JULI

8.06

-0.89

Low liquidity; investors taking profit after rallies.

Retail / Services

THOMASWY

2.72

-0.29

Weak investor interest; mild sell pressure.

Printing / ICT

DAARCOMM

1.04

-0.08

Ongoing selloffs amid muted media sentiment.

Media / ICT

UNIVINSURE

1.14

-0.06

Minor decline from low trading volume.

Insurance

ROYALEX

2.3

-0.1

Sector weakness affecting small-cap insurers.

Insurance

CONOIL

202.5

-8.6

Heavy profit-taking after strong previous gains.

Oil & Gas

MANSARD

16.36

-0.69

Negative sentiment following recent market pressure.

Insurance

GUINEAINS

1.43

-0.06

Limited demand; sector-wide consolidation.

Insurance

VERITASKAP

2.1

-0.07

Low liquidity; minor market correction.

Financial Services

JAIZBANK

4.3

-0.14

Mild profit-taking after prior appreciation.

Banking

 

🟢 Market Summary (Losers’ Session)

The Nigerian stock market witnessed a mild bearish tone today as profit-taking dominated trading activity across key sectors, particularly Oil & Gas and Insurance.
Major drag came from CONOIL (-8.6%), leading losses after previous strong rallies, while smaller counters such as JULI, MANSARD, and THOMASWY saw modest sell-offs amid low investor participation.

The Insurance sector remained pressured, with names like ROYAL Exchange, GUINEAINS, and UNIVINSURE all edging lower. On the other hand, broader market sentiment stayed cautious as investors repositioned ahead of potential earnings releases.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on historical data and is for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. You should consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

 

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