Author: Gilbert Ayoola

Top Companies Stocks Trading at 52-Week High on NGX The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has yet again witnessed another bullish session on May 15, 2025, as several stocks surged to fresh 52-week high, reflecting strong investor confidence and positive market sentiment. The rally cut across key sectors—consumer goods, industrials, financial services, and agriculture—highlighting broad-based buying interest. Some companies have continued to maintain regular appearances, while new ones emerged, adding to the list. Here’s a breakdown of the star performers that achieved new 52-week high, signaling robust demand and potential upside momentum: 1. BETA GLASS (BETAGLAS) – N213.70 (+9.98%) The glass manufacturing…

Know What Not to Buy – First Rule of Investing When people think of investing, they often envision discovering the next big thing — the stock that will skyrocket, the company destined to revolutionise an industry. Yet, seasoned investors will tell you, the real key to long-term success lies not in what you buy, but in what you avoid. In other words, the first rule of investing is simple, yet profound — know what not to buy. Modern stock market is an open bazaar, teeming with opportunity — but also with illusion. For every strong, well-managed company creating value for…

Chellarams – Cool Cash Drive with 254% Gain in 4 Months In the vibrant and often unpredictable landscape of the Nigerian Exchange, few stories capture investors’ imagination quite like that of Chellarams Plc. Known historically as a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning FMCG, industrial chemicals, and dairy products, Chellarams Plc has recently taken the spotlight not for its operational footprint alone, but for its meteoric performance in the equity market. Imagine investing N100,000 in Chellarams Plc on January 1, 2025. Fast forward to the end of April 2025—just four months later—and your portfolio has grown to an astonishing N354,320. That’s…

Africa on the Rise: Private Capital, Not Aid, Will Power Shared and Lasting Prosperity For too long, the world has viewed Africa through the lens of charity—a continent in perpetual need, dependent on foreign aid and benevolence. While well-intentioned, aid has not delivered the transformative change Africa needs. It is time to change the narrative. Africa does not need aid. Africa needs investment. Let me be clear: foreign aid won’t transform Africa. Private capital will. Let’s stop talking about charity and start focusing on investments that deliver returns and development. We stand at a critical juncture in Africa’s history. Our…

How Nigeria’s Indigenous Energy Companies Are Rewriting Energy Story In a powerful wave of transformation, Nigeria’s indigenous energy companies are breaking barriers, redefining expectations, and claiming their rightful place at the forefront of the global energy landscape. This is not just another chapter in the country’s long energy narrative — it is a breakthrough. One led not by foreign giants, but by Nigerian-born visionaries who are lighting the way with power, purpose, and pride. The energy sector in Nigeria, long dominated by international oil majors, is undergoing a bold shift. Indigenous companies, equipped with deep local knowledge, innovation, and an…

Deap Capital Management & Trust Plc- Deepening Decline Amid Market Confusion In its recently released unaudited financial report for Q1 2025, Deap Capital Management & Trust Plc (DEAPCAP) presented another troubling quarter of negative performance across virtually all key financial metrics. The figures paint a dire picture for the embattled company, further compounding concerns about its long-term viability as a going concern. Yet, what has puzzled investors and market watchers alike is the apparent disconnect between these dismal numbers and the sporadic upward movement in the company’s stock price on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). Deap Capital’s Q1 2025 numbers revealed…

Stocks Trading at 52-Week Highs on Renew Market Confidence The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) delivered a resounding show of strength on Thursday, May 8, 2025, as a bullish wave sent several stocks soaring to fresh 52-week highs. As local and foreign investors scramble to reposition portfolios in anticipation of stronger market returns, the equities market is witnessing renewed momentum, with selected stocks outperforming amid positive sentiment, strong earnings, and sectoral tailwinds. Leading the charge during the day’s trading session were standout performances from a blend of industrial, consumer, healthcare, and logistics stocks — a telling sign that investor confidence is broadening…

MRS Oil Nigeria Explosive Growth amidst Margin Pressures MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, operating in the downstream oil and gas sector has achieved over the past five years. Yet, behind the striking top line growth lies a more complex narrative—a story of soaring sales, strained margins, and profitability pressures. This comprehensive 5-year trend analysis peels back the layers of MRS Oil’s financial performance, offering insights into its strategic shifts, operational challenges, and the road ahead. In terms of revenue, MRS Oil has posted nothing short of an extraordinary trajectory. From a modest N30 billion in Q1 2021, the company’s revenue surged…

Beta Glass Beats Estimates, EPS Spikes by 594% in Q1 In testament to operational efficiency and market resilience, Beta Glass Plc earnings per share soared by more than 594% year on year to N16.66 for the first quarter of 2025. The glass manufacturing giant posted significant growth across all key financial metrics, showcasing remarkable momentum that reinforces investor confidence and underpins a bullish outlook for the year. Beta Glass recorded a staggering 69% increase in net sales, rising to N41.16 billion from N24.31 billion in Q1 2024. This impressive growth is attributed to increased demand for packaging solutions across its…

CWG Powers Q1 Earnings with AI, Tech Solutions Computer Warehouse Group (CWG) has once again demonstrated its strong market position and strategic resilience with an impressive unaudited financial result for the first quarter of 2025. The company’s continued alignment with global technological advancements and the surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) solutions played a central role in the substantial year-on-year growth reported during the review period. CWG’s revenue for Q1 2025 surged to N15.32 billion, representing a remarkable 82.8% increase from the N8.38 billion recorded in the same quarter of 2024. This performance reflects the company’s growing market share in…