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MONTHLY INVESTMENT OUTLOOK : Where to invest in June 2026

As June 2026 begins, the investment landscape continues to evolve amid tight monetary policy, persistent inflationary pressures, relative exchange rate stability, and a broadly positive growth outlook defining a complex but opportunity rich environment for Nigerian investors entering the second half of the year. MPR (Monetary Policy Rate): 26.5%  — held steady by CBN Inflation (April …

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MARKET OVERVIEW & WEEKLY DIGEST (25th–29th May 2026)

The NGX week of 25–29 May 2026 was characterised by a significant moderation in gains, with the top gainers posting comparatively modest advances relative to the prior weeks’ spectacular rallies a clear signal that the market is entering a consolidation phase. International Energy Insurance PLC led the gainers at +32.55% to ₦4.52, followed by Sovereign Trust Insurance (+20.61%), which reversed its prior week’s -22.45% decline in a sharp bounce. Tantalizers PLC gained +18.40%, while Airtel Africa surged +10.00% to ₦3,655.70 a notable move for one of the NGX’s highest-priced stocks. NEM Insurance (+9.67%) and Union Dicon Salt (+9.45%) rounded out a week where insurance and consumer staples dominated the gainers. On the decliners side, Dangote Sugar Refinery led losses at -18.22% to ₦71.15 reversing much of its prior-week gain while The Initiates PLC shed -15.98% and CAP PLC continued its retracement at -10.00% to ₦179.10. Transcorp Power (-9.97%) and Fidelity Bank (-9.79%) also featured prominently.

DPH CAPITAL MARKETS DIGEST (18th -22nd May 2026)

The NGX week of 18–22 May 2026 saw a notable shift in market character, with gains concentrated in small-to-mid cap transport,
publishing, and energy names, while the paints sector which had dominated the prior two weeks gave back significant ground. Associated
Bus Company PLC led the gainers at +44.82% to ₦9.08, followed by Academy Press (+29.79%) and University Press (+28.00%)
signalling a rotation into previously overlooked low-cap value names. Zichis Agro Allied Industries resumed its upward trend with a
+14.34% gain to ₦33.65, recovering from the prior week’s consolidation, while Oando PLC gained +11.70% to ₦52.50 as energy stocks
benefited from positioning ahead of the week’s oil price moves. On the decliners side, Sovereign Trust Insurance led losses at -22.45%,
while CAP PLC (-14.85% to ₦199.00) and Berger Paints (-12.64% to ₦147.60) experienced expected profit-taking after their
extraordinary multi-week rallies. Trans-Nationwide Express shed -18.98%.

DPH CAPITAL MARKETS DIGEST (11th–15th May 2026)

The NGX week of 11–15 May 2026 saw a powerful rotation into paints, media, healthcare, and real estate names, with Berger Paints PLC leading the gainers at +55.57% to ₦168.95 extending the paints sector re-rating that began with CAP PLC the prior week. SCOA Nigeria PLC surged +45.92%, while Daar Communications (+42.41%) and Fidson Healthcare (+32.52%) signalled broadening market breadth across consumer and healthcare names. Learn Africa (+32.32%), Mecure Industries (+30.72%), and Chams Holding (+29.03%) rounded out a diverse top ten. On the decliners side, Zichis Agro Allied Industries led losses at -11.78% to ₦29.43 a natural pullback after three consecutive weeks of extraordinary gains totalling over 170%. The Initiates PLC (-10.03%) and NPF Microfinance Bank (-10.00%) also featured, while Stanbic IBTC Holdings continued to face selling pressure at -7.91% to ₦163.00.

DPH CAPITAL MARKETS DIGEST (4th–8th May 2026)

The NGX week of 4–8 May 2026 was headlined by exceptional gains in paints, agro-allied, and consumer staples, with CAP PLC surging +60.95% to ₦233.70 the standout performer of the week and the strongest gain by a large-cap industrial in recent months. Zichis Agro Allied Industries extended its remarkable multi-week run with a further +53.17% gain to ₦33.36, while FTN Cocoa Processors jumped +50.91%. RT Briscoe (+40.98%), Dangote Sugar Refinery (+33.43%), and Berger Paints (+32.84%) rounded out a week dominated by consumer-facing and industrial names. On the decliners side, Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) led losses at -20.95%, followed by Guinness Nigeria (-18.99%) and Access Holdings (-12.59%). MTN Nigeria shed -12.45% to ₦801.10, reflecting profit-taking in the telecoms sector after recent strength.

MARKET OVERVIEW & WEEKLY COMMENTARY — 27th–30th APRIL 2026

The NGX week of 27th–30th April 2026 saw continued momentum in consumer goods and industrials, with Zichis Agro Allied Industries leading the gainers at +39.62% to ₦21.78 building on its 25.71% gain the prior week, confirming sustained institutional interest in the agro-allied sector. The Initiates PLC surged +33.04%, followed by UACN PLC (+27.82% to ₦181.50) extending its remarkable two-week rally that has now seen the conglomerate gain over 80% from ₦100. BUA Cement (+24.78%), CAP PLC (+22.53%), and Lafarge Africa (+18.68%) continued the industrials and building materials rotation. On the decliners side, United Bank for Africa led losses at -22.27%, reflecting broad profit-taking in banking stocks following their strong prior-week performance. Royal Exchange PLC shed -20.00%, while Trans-Nationwide Express reversed its prior-week gains with a -18.99% drop.

MARKET OVERVIEW & WEEKLY COMMENTARY — (20th–24th APRIL 2026)

The NGX week of 20–24 April 2026 delivered a notable rotation back into mid-to-large cap consumer goods and conglomerates, with UACN PLC leading the gainers at +42.00% to ₦142.00 the most significant weekly gain by a blue-chip conglomerate in recent months. Union Dicon Salt (+32.73%), NASCON Allied Industries (+32.63%), and Trans-Nationwide Express (+30.58%) rounded out a strong top four, all exceeding 30% weekly gains. Notably, Lafarge Africa (+21.36%), PZ Cussons (+18.81%), First HoldCo (+17.19%), and Unilever Nigeria (+17.13%) also featured signalling broad institutional buying across Consumer Goods, Industrials, and Financial Services. On the decliners side, Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank led losses at -50.79%, reflecting the extreme volatility that continues to characterise low-cap mortgage and insurance stocks. Stanbic IBTC Holdings shed -13.82% to ₦162.50, the most notable large-cap decliner of the week.

Nigerian Stock Market Investment Report

The Nigerian equities market has shown significant resilience and growth in the first half of 2026.
This report highlights seven key stocks across the Telecommunications, Banking, Agriculture, and
Consumer Goods sectors that present compelling investment opportunities based on their current
valuation, market position, and growth prospects. By leveraging real-time data from the Nigerian
Exchange (NGX) and reliable market intelligence, we provide a comprehensive analysis for
potential investors.

NGX Extends Trading Hours

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced an extension of its daily trading hours in a move aimed at deepening market activity, improving liquidity, and broadening investor participation in Nigeria’s capital market. The new trading schedule will take effect from Monday, 27 April 2026, following regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria.

DPH CAPITAL MARKETS DIGEST

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) delivered a broadly positive week for the period 23–27 March 2026, with notable
breadth across Consumer Goods, Oil & Gas, and Industrial sectors. The week’s standout performers were led
by Zichis Agro Allied Industries (+60.72%), Premier Paints (+60.26%), and John Holt (+59.92%) — all reflecting
continued momentum in recovery plays. Blue-chip names including Presco (+16.40%) and Airtel Africa
(+10.00%) also featured prominently among the week’s gainers, confirming institutional participation in high
quality names.

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