Economy
Value of NASD OTC Exchange Rises to N655.45bn in Week 28
By Adedapo Adesanya
The total value of the NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange surged N655.45 billion in Week 28 of the year from N529.12 billion in Week 27.
In the week, the market capitalisation of the NASD OTC Exchange actually rose by N6.16 billion but the inclusion of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, 11 Plc and Capital Bancorp Plc on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, with N120.17 billion caused the significant surge.
Also, the NASD OTC Security Exchange Index (NSI) increased by 1.3 per cent or 9.72 points to close the week at 754.11 points as against 744.39 points of the preceding week.
Business Post reports seven securities appreciated in price during the week with Newrest ASL Nigeria Plc rising by 10.00 per cent to settle at N11.00 per share compared with the previous N10.00 per share.
Afriland Properties Plc gained 8.00 per cent to finish at N1.35 per unit versus the previous N1.25 per unit, Central Securities and Clearing System (CSCS) Plc rose by 7.10 per cent to end at N18.20 per share in contrast to N16.99 per share it closed a week earlier, while 11 Plc appreciated by 6.9 per cent to trade at N230.00 per unit compared with N215.00 per unit of the earlier week.
Also, Food Concepts Plc improved by 5.0 per cent to sell for 84 kobo per share as against the preceding week’s 80 kobo per share, VFD Group Plc gained 2.4 per cent to trade at N361.82 per unit compared with the previous week’s rate of N353.31 per unit, while Friesland Campina WAMCO Nigeria Plc went up by 0.5 per cent to N120.63 per share in contrast to N120 per share of the previous week.
In the week, the market witnessed three price decliners led by UBN Property Plc, which lost 6.8 per cent to sell for N1.10 per unit compared with the previous N1.18.
Niger Delta Exploration & Production Plc (NDEP) Plc went down by 3.6 per cent to N270.50 per share from N280.50 per share, while NGX Group declined by 3.2 per cent to N17.48 per unit from N18.06 per share.
Last week, there was a 46.2 per cent increase in the total volume of shares traded by investors as 28.7 million stocks exchanged hands compared with the previous week’s 19.6 million stocks.
In the same vein, the value of stocks increased by 246.4 per cent to N1.5 billion from N439.7 million, while the number of deals rose by 2.9 per cent to 175 trades from 170 deals.
At the close of the week, NGX Group was the most traded security by volume with 23.3 million units. VFD Group Plc traded 2.9 million units, UBN Property Plc exchanged 1,6 million units, Friesland Plc transacted 501,862 units, while CSCS Plc traded 149,850 units.
In terms of the value, VFD Group Plc topped with N1.0 billion, NGX Group traded N407.1 million, Friesland Plc recorded N60.3 million, NDEP Plc posted N6.6 million, while CSCS Plc expended N2.8 million.
In the year so far, NSI’s year-to-date gain stood at 1.7 per cent, with investors trading 1,518,525,762 units worth N11.9 billion in 3,077 deals.
Economy
Naira Weakens to N1,547/$1 at Official Market, N1,670/$1 at Black Market
By Adedapo Adesanya
The euphoria around the recent appreciation of the Naira eased on Wednesday, December 11 after its value shrank against the US Dollar at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) by N5.23 or 0.3 per cent to N1,547.50/$1 from the N1,542.27/$1 it was valued on Tuesday.
It was observed that spectators’ activities may have triggered the weakening of the local currency in the official market at midweek as they tried to fight back and ensure the value of funds in foreign currencies strengthened.
The domestic currency was regaining its footing after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) launched an Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS) platform to tackle speculation and improve transparency in Nigeria’s FX market.
At midweek, the Nigerian currency depreciated against the Pound Sterling by N3.56 to close at N1,958.68/£1 compared with the preceding day’s N1,955.12/£1 and against the Euro, it slumped by 34 Kobo to trade at N1,612.66/€1, in contrast to the previous session’s N1,613.00/€1.
As for the black market segment, the Naira lost N45 against the American currency during the session to quote at N1,670/$1 compared with the N1,625/$1 it was traded a day earlier.
A look at the cryptocurrency market showed a recovery following profit-taking as the US Consumer Price Index report matched economist forecasts.
The news was enough to convince traders that the Federal Reserve is certain to trim its benchmark fed funds rate another 25 basis points at its meeting next week.
The move also saw Bitcoin (BTC), the most valued coin, return to the $100,000 mark as it added a 2.9 per cent gain and sold for $100,566.12.
The biggest gainer was Cardano (ADA), which jumped by 15.00 per cent to trade at $1.16, as Litecoin (LTC) appreciated by 10.4 per cent to sell for $121.76, and Ethereum (ETH) surged by 7.0 per cent to $3,929.30, while Dogecoin (DOGE) recorded a 6.7 per cent growth to finish at $0.4181.
Further, Binance Coin (BNB) went up by 5.2 per cent to $716.72, Solana (SOL) expanded by 4.6 per cent to $229.77, and Ripple (XRP) increased by 4.2 per cent to $2.43, while the US Dollar Tether (USDT) and the US Dollar Coin (USDC) closed flat at $1.00 apiece.
Economy
Dangote Refinery Makes First PMS Exports to Cameroon
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The Dangote Refinery located in the Lekki area of Lagos State has made its first export of premium motor spirit (PMS) just three months after it commenced the production of petrol.
In September 2024, the refinery produced its first petrol and began loading to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) on September 15.
However, due to some issues, the facility has not been able to flood the local market with its product, forcing it to look elsewhere.
In a landmark move for regional energy integration, Dangote Refinery has partnered with Neptune Oil to take its petrol to neighbouring Cameroon.
Neptune Oil is a leading energy company in Cameroon which provides reliable and sustainable energy solutions.
Dangote Refinery said this development showcases its ability to meet domestic needs and position itself as a key player in the regional energy market, adding that it represents a significant step forward in accessing high-quality and locally sourced petroleum products for Cameroon.
“This first export of PMS to Cameroon is a tangible demonstration of our vision for a united and energy-independent Africa.
“With this development, we are laying the foundation for a future where African resources are refined and exchanged within the continent for the benefit of our people,” the owner of Dangote Refinery, Mr Aliko Dangote, said.
His counterpart at Neptune Oil, Mr Antoine Ndzengue, said, “This partnership with Dangote Refinery marks a turning point for Cameroon.
“By becoming the first importer of petroleum products from this world-class refinery, we are bolstering our country’s energy security and supporting local economic development.
“This initial supply, executed without international intermediaries, reflects our commitment to serving our markets independently and efficiently.”
Economy
Strong Investor Sentiment Keeps NGX Index in Green Territory by 0.31%
By Dipo Olowookere
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited remained in the green territory on Wednesday after it rallied by 0.31 per cent on the back of sustained bargain-hunting activities by investors.
Business Post reports that all the key sectors of the market closed higher at midweek as a result of the renewed interest in local equities.
Data showed that the energy index appreciated by 2.59 per cent, the insurance space grew by 2.34 per cent, the industrial goods sector improved by 0.15 per cent, the banking counter expanded by 0.06 per cent, and the consumer goods industry rose by 0.04 per cent.
At the close of business, the All-Share Index (ASI) gained 302.71 points to settle at 98,509.68 points compared with Tuesday’s closing value of 98,206.97 points and the market capitalisation added N183 billion to close at N59.715 trillion versus the preceding day’s N59.532 trillion.
It was observed that the level of activity yesterday waned as the trading volume, value and number of deals decreased by 65.93 per cent, 49.22 per cent, and 12.70 per cent, respectively.
On Wednesday, a total of 320.1 million stocks valued at N6.5 billion were transacted in 7,943 deals, in contrast to the 939.4 million stocks worth N12.8 billion traded in 9,098 deals.
The busiest equity at midweek was eTranzact, which transacted 70.3 million units for N474.2 million, Universal Insurance traded 23.8 million units worth 8.1 million, Zenith Bank exchanged 21.2 million units valued at N933.5 million, FBN Holdings sold 18.6 million units worth N491.2 million, and UBA traded 14.0 million units valued at N465.8 million.
At the close of transactions, 34 shares ended on the gainers’ log and 17 shares finished on the losers’ chart, representing a positive market breadth index and strong investor sentiment.
Africa Prudential gained 10.00 per cent to quote at N14.30, Conoil also improved by 10.00 per cent to N352.00, and RT Briscoe expanded by 10.00 per cent to N2.42, as Golden Guinea Breweries jumped by 9.95 per cent to N7.18, while NEM Insurance grew by 9.74 per cent to N10.70.
However, Julius Berger lost 10.00 per cent to close at N155.25, Secure Electronic Technology shed 9.52 per cent to trade at 57 Kobo, Multiverse declined by 7.63 per cent to N5.45, Haldane McCall tumbled by 6.07 per cent to N4.95, and Honeywell Flour crashed by 5.62 per cent to N4.70.
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