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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.

In June 2026, the market capitalization of Nigeria's largest listed companies, categorized as SWOOT (Stocks Worth Over One Trillion Naira), decreased by N11.97 trillion month-on-month. This decline was attributed to profit-taking and foreign exchange pressures, leading to a significant sell-off in the stock market, according to Nairametrics.

Asian shares rose on Thursday, driven by gains in the technology sector, particularly in Japan and South Korea, following positive earnings reports from U.S. companies like Qualcomm and Micron Technology. Meanwhile, oil prices decreased by over $1, nearing levels seen before the onset of the war with Iran. Qualcomm's stock experienced a 12% increase in after-hours trading after announcing a raise in its earnings forecast.

Zedcrest Securities has introduced stocks trading on the Zedcrest Wealth App, allowing clients to buy and sell shares of over 150 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) via their mobile devices. This launch is part of Zedcrest Group's goal to enhance access to capital markets and improve connectivity in financial services.