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Investors gain N3.7trn ahead of Nigeria’s climb to frontier status
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points The overall market index also saw a notable increase, ending the week at 246,992. Market indicators showed a significant increase in value, with total stocks worth rising to N159.
Market indicators showed a significant increase in value, with total stocks worth rising to N159.558 trillion. This rise was driven by gains in several key stocks. The overall market index also saw a notable increase, ending the week at 246,992.44 points.
Gains were posted by major stocks, with some seeing increases of over 10%. The market's positive performance came as it prepares for a change in status later this month.
Further details on the market's performance are available, including the specific gains posted by individual stocks and the overall return on investment for the month and year so far.
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Category: News Published: September 7, 2026 Source: Vanguard Reading time: 1 min
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