The Nigerian stock market ended trading on Friday, April 10, 2026, on a positive note, as the All-Share Index rose by 0.30% to close at 203,770.4 points, while total market capitalisation increased to N131.1 trillion.
The modest gain represents an addition of 608.6 points compared to the previous trading session, reflecting renewed investor interest in selected equities. Market data showed that International Breweries Plc recorded a strong performance, climbing by 9.88% to rank among the top gainers for the day.
Despite the upward movement in the index, overall trading activity slowed. The volume of shares exchanged dropped to 548 million, down from 652 million recorded in the previous session.
In terms of value, transactions were estimated at N31.4 billion, carried out across 48,538 deals on the floor of the Nigerian Exchange.
Analysts noted that the day’s performance was largely driven by price appreciation in a few large-cap stocks, even as general market participation weakened.
Detailed Summary
Market Performance Overview:
NGX closes higher as All-Share Index rises 0.30% to 203,770.4 points, pushing total market capitalisation to N131.1 trillion.
Top Gainers Drive Growth:
International Breweries posts 9.88% gain, supporting market’s positive close amid selective buying in large-cap stocks.
Trading Activity Declines:
Volume of traded shares falls to 548 million from 652 million, with total transactions valued at N31.4 billion across 48,538 deals.