Stock Report

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.

COMPREHENSIVE ANALYST REPORT (19 NGX-Listed Companies | 9 Sectors | Full-Year 2025 Payout Analysis)

The FY 2025 dividend season for NGX-listed companies reflects a broad-based earnings recovery set against a
materially improved macroeconomic backdrop: moderating inflation, a more stable Naira, record external reserves, and
critically the CBN’s first benchmark interest rate cut in the current cycle. Nineteen companies across nine sectors have
declared, or are expected to declare, dividends for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, several of which represent
historic payout milestones.

Best Performing NGX Stocks (Feb 2026)

February 2026 delivered the NGX’s strongest monthly gain since the 35.28% rally of January 2024, with the All-Share Index surging
+16.60% to close at 192,826.77 pts. Market capitalisation rose from ₦106.15T to ₦123.76T creating over ₦17.6 trillion in investor
wealth. A total of 85 equities gained versus only 34 decliners, reflecting overwhelmingly positive market breadth driven by strong FY2025
earnings, naira stabilisation at ~₦1,390/$, CBN reserves at a 13-year high of $49 billion, and the CBN’s April 2026 banking recapitalisation
deadline.

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