Companies

Cement company Lafarge Africa Plc lost about 10% of its market value due to heavy sell-offs on the Nigerian Exchange. The sell pressure aligned well with broader market direction, stockbrokers said, reflecting an ongoing market correction that has lasted for three days.

First Holdco Plc dropped by more than 16.78% in three days due to aggressive selloffs by the company’s shareholders in the stock market. The financial services company’s negative performance aligned with broader sentiment in the Nigerian Exchange.

Wema Bank Plc’s market value declined by more than 9% due to heavy sell-offs on the local bourse on Tuesday. Its sharp price depreciation aligned with a broader downturn in the stock market.

Aradel Holdings Plc added 5.3% to its market value amid a surge in demand for oil stocks; its price appreciation was primarily driven by volume, despite a missed regulatory filing.  Trading data from the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) showed that the volume of Aradel shares transacted was moderate.

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