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In June, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) experienced a significant loss of N13 trillion, prompting investors to reconsider their strategies. The focus for shareholders and potential buyers is not merely on the decline but on identifying which stocks represent genuine investment opportunities and which may pose risks, according to Nairametrics.

In June, Nigeria's wealthiest investors experienced a significant decline in their stock holdings, losing an estimated N3.83 trillion in paper wealth due to a broad correction across major stocks on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). This downturn affected the value of their listed equity holdings, highlighting the volatility in the market.

In the first half of 2026, there were significant leadership changes among companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), with boards appointing 12 new chief executives, chairmen, and senior executives to lead their growth initiatives, according to Nairametrics.

According to Nairametrics, an investor who invested N1 million in Aradel Holdings Plc shares on January 2, 2026, would have seen their investment grow to N2.11 million by June 30, 2026, due to the increase in the stock's price. The report discusses the best and worst performing stocks on the Nigerian Exchange for the first half of 2026.