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TOP GAINERS

Company

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Potential Reasons

Sector

NCR

17.6

1.6

Sharp gain due to renewed investor interest following improved revenue outlook and positive Q3 earnings momentum.

Industrial Goods (Technology/Equipment)

LEGENDINT

5.84

0.49

Uptrend supported by strong demand for industrial inputs and expectations of increased project activity.

Industrial Goods

CORNERST

6.18

0.5

Buying interest driven by dividend expectations and overall sector optimism.

Insurance

UPDC

6

0.46

Moderate rebound after previous session decline, with investors positioning ahead of potential real estate market recovery.

Real Estate

LINKASSURE

2

0.15

Slight uptick amid modest buying pressure in low-cap insurance stocks.

Insurance

HONYFLOUR

20.9

1.15

Continued investor confidence supported by steady earnings and stable input costs.

Consumer Goods (Food Processing)

GUINEAINS

1.23

0.05

Marginal gain following renewed investor interest in penny insurance equities.

Insurance

UBA

40.45

0.95

Buying momentum as investors anticipate strong Q4 banking sector results and dividend announcements.

Banking

JAIZBANK

4.5

0.1

Positive movement backed by consistent earnings growth and strong investor sentiment in Islamic banking.

Banking

TANTALIZER

2.34

0.05

Slight rise due to bargain hunting and low-price attraction in the hospitality sector.

Consumer Services (Quick Service Restaurants)

 

Summary of the Gainers

The market closed on a positive note, with several mid- and large-cap stocks recording modest gains. NCR (+1.6%) led the session, buoyed by renewed optimism around its technology-driven service expansion and strong financial outlook. HONYFLOUR (+1.15%) and UBA (+0.95%) also posted notable gains, reflecting sustained investor confidence in the consumer and banking sectors, respectively.

Insurance firms such as CORNERST, LINKASSURE, and GUINEAINS saw slight upward moves, indicating mild sectoral recovery and speculative interest in low-priced equities. UPDC rebounded modestly from prior losses, suggesting improving sentiment toward real estate investments.

Overall, trading activity highlighted broad-based optimism, with investors showing preference for fundamentally strong stocks and undervalued opportunities ahead of the next earnings cycle.

Top 5 Gainers Summary

The top five gainers for the session were NCR (+1.6%), HONYFLOUR (+1.15%), UBA (+0.95%), CORNERST (+0.5%), and LEGENDINT (+0.49%).

  • NCR emerged as the session’s strongest performer, supported by renewed investor confidence following improved earnings and stronger performance outlook in the technology and equipment segment.
  • HONYFLOUR sustained its upward trend as positive fundamentals and steady consumer demand kept investors optimistic in the food processing sector.
  • UBA gained nearly 1%, reflecting heightened investor positioning ahead of expected strong Q4 financial results in the banking sector.
  • CORNERST advanced on dividend expectations and optimism surrounding the insurance sector’s improved risk management performance.
  • LEGENDINT also attracted buying interest as investors showed confidence in industrial stocks with steady operational growth prospects.

Overall, the top gainers reflected broad participation across industrial, consumer, banking, and insurance sectors, indicating improving market breadth.

Top 5 Potential Stocks to Watch

Based on price momentum, investor sentiment, and sector outlook, the top potential stocks to watch are NCR, HONYFLOUR, UBA, UPDC, and JAIZBANK.

  • NCR remains a promising pick as investors continue to price in strong fundamentals and possible expansion in technology services.
  • HONYFLOUR offers solid medium-term potential, supported by stable margins and consumer demand resilience.
  • UBA continues to attract interest due to robust financials, dividend prospects, and strong regional banking operations.
  • UPDC shows recovery potential as the real estate market gradually rebounds and the company improves asset efficiency.
  • JAIZBANK is gaining traction as Islamic banking maintains steady growth, positioning it well for sustained investor confidence.

In summary, market sentiment remains constructive, with investors rotating toward value and fundamentally strong mid-cap stocks ahead of earnings season.

TOP LOSERS

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Sector

CILEASING

5.58

-0.62

Decline driven by mild sell-off following recent rallies and thin trading activity in leasing equities.

Services (Leasing & Logistics)

TRANSCORP

45

-5

Drop due to profit-taking after previous strong gains and concerns over short-term valuation levels.

Conglomerates (Power & Hospitality)

SKYAVN

80.6

-8.95

Steep loss as investors reacted to rising operational costs and weak sentiment in the aviation industry.

Transportation (Aviation)

BETAGLAS

393.7

-43.7

Significant decline following profit-booking by institutional investors after strong earlier performance.

Industrial Goods (Manufacturing)

RTBRISCOE

3.18

-0.35

Price dip due to subdued trading volumes and general weakness in the auto service segment.

Consumer Goods (Automobile Services)

SOVRENINS

3.33

-0.36

Mild loss amid low investor appetite and rotation away from small-cap insurance equities.

Insurance

ASOSAVINGS

0.96

-0.1

Slight pullback due to lack of fresh catalysts and thin trading in the microfinance segment.

Banking (Mortgage/Microfinance)

CHAMS

3

-0.3

Decrease resulting from minor profit-taking after earlier price advances in the ICT sector.

ICT / Technology

CONHALLPLC

4.04

-0.36

Modest decline due to weak sentiment in the real estate space and limited market activity.

Real Estate

INTBREW

12

-1.05

Loss triggered by reduced consumer spending and cost pressure within the brewery sector.

Consumer Goods (Beverages)

 

Summary

The session ended on a bearish note, dominated by notable declines in BETAGLAS (-43.7%), SKYAVN (-8.95%), and TRANSCORP (-5%), as profit-taking and weak sector sentiment pressured prices across key industrial, aviation, and conglomerate stocks.

  • BETAGLAS’s significant pullback followed a strong prior rally, suggesting institutional repositioning.
  • SKYAVN extended losses amid sectoral headwinds, while TRANSCORP’s decline was linked to valuation adjustments after several sessions of strong performance.
  • INTBREW also slipped over 1% as investors reacted to rising production costs and moderate demand in consumer goods.
  • Meanwhile, smaller declines in CILEASING, CHAMS, and CONHALLPLC reflected general caution in mid-cap and low-liquidity stocks.

Overall, market sentiment was weak, characterized by broad-based selling pressure and selective profit-taking, as investors adjusted positions ahead of upcoming financial disclosures.

 

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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