Honeywell Flour Mills, BUA Cement Lead Losers as Nigerian Market Dips N730bn

The Nigerian equity market continued its downward spiral as Honeywell Flour Mills and BUA Cement emerged as the top losers.

The All-Share Index (ASI) declined by 1.30 percent to settle at 101,060.67 points while the market capitalization plummeted to N55.298 trillion, representing a decline of N730 billion in just two consecutive trading days.

The bearish trend which commenced on Monday persisted as investors grappled with mounting concerns over economic uncertainties and global market dynamics.

Honeywell Flour Mills led losers with a 10 percent decline to close at N3.60 per share. Followed closely by BUA Cement’s 9.98 percent of its share value to settle at N142.95.

PZ Cussons also experienced a notable dip, posting a 9.75 percent loss to close at N27.30 per share.

The persisting sell-offs predominantly affected medium to penny stocks, with only eight equities managing to record gains amidst 43 losses.

Market analysts attributed the performance to a combination of factors, including ongoing global economic uncertainties, currency devaluation concerns, and profit-taking activities by investors.

The decline in trading activity was evident as the total volume and value of trades witnessed significant declines, reflecting a cautious approach by investors amid the prevailing market turbulence.

Despite the challenges, industry experts urge investors to remain vigilant and adopt prudent investment strategies to navigate the unpredictable market terrain, emphasizing the importance of diversification and long-term investment perspectives in mitigating risks and preserving capital in volatile market conditions.