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MTN leads NGX with N2.99 trln revenue as ASI rises 0.23%

The NGX ASI closed at 1,879.66, up 0.225% on August 12, while NGXGROUP fell 2.8% over 5 days, according to analyst notes. MTN Nigeria drove the flow with H1 revenue of N2.99 trillion, CAPEX of N1.63 trillion and a diesel bill highlighted within a N3 trillion cost narrative, according to Brand Communicator, Punch Newspapers and Business News Nigeria. The company is still awaiting CBN approval to complete the sale of a 60% fintech stake, while fintech revenue fell 7% after lending rules, according to Business Post Nigeria and The Guardian Nigeria. Elsewhere, BUA Cement wants to add 3mmtpa through 1 greenfield plant and 1 brownfield project, reports LEADERSHIP, while the NGX listed Lasaco Assurance's rights issue and Dangote Refinery could pursue a secondary listing tied to a $5 billion IPO, according to the market bulletin and Financial Nigeria.

Nigerian Exchange — NGXGROUP slips 2.8% in 5 days even as NGX ASI edges up 0.23%

NGXGROUP fell 2.8% over five sessions to 136.0 NGN, lagging a mildly positive Nigerian market. With a 28.6 P/E and a 1.47% yield, the stock remains a direct play on trading activity and the broader market cycle.

Nigerian Exchange — Intels Nigeria Jumps 10% as New Government Contracts Lift Q2 Story

Intels Nigeria rose 10% on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, after strong Q2 earnings and fresh government contracts. The NGX ASI added just 0.23%, showing a selective market even as Brent held near $88.85 a barrel.