NGX Market Capitalization Reaches N163 Trillion in 2026

On September 23, 2026, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) achieved a record market capitalization of N163 trillion, reflecting a 0.23% increase from N162.68 trillion the previous day. The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 0.23%, closing at 251,191.02 points, marking its highest level for the week.

Total equity trading volume reached 1.59 billion shares across 49,736 deals, driven by strong buying interest in key banking and tier-one equities. The Main Board accounted for the majority of trading volume, with 1.46 billion shares traded.

Fortis Global Insurance Plc led the day's trading with 860.31 million shares, while Fidelity Bank Plc and Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc followed with 170.72 million and 86.19 million shares, respectively. Sector performance was generally bullish, although the NGX Industrial Index saw a slight decline due to price pullbacks in major companies like Dangote Cement Plc.

The NGX Growth Index increased to 26,695.68 points.