Nigerian Exchange Ends Lower, Investors Lose N34 Billion

The Nigerian Exchange experienced a marginal decline on Wednesday, with the All-Share Index dropping by 0.05% to close at 146,862.00 points. Market sentiment remained balanced despite 23 decliners, with Japaul Gold Ventures Plc leading the gainers and Cham Plc topping the decliners.

The market capitalization settled at N93.62 trillion, with a year-to-date return of 42.69%. Additionally, Mercuri Plc traded above its 52-week high.

The naira exchange rate against the dollar also saw a sharp decrease.