₦airaland Forum

Streetinvestor2:
So you don't see anything wrong that some gave total false information just to move the SP of a stock. I don't want to believe you can go this low to move SP abi I am missing something. He didn’t share research work
So strategy of lies and deciet is welcomed by your standard

What made you think he lied?

A personal opinion cannot be a lie. For all you know he could have genuinely believed that the pictures he posted were from the site. Heck Alibaba could have used pictures from the site for their website.

My point is that when people say do your own due diligence it is not just a buzz word. You don't know me personally and as such you have no reason to trust me. Husband and wife sef no dey trust each other completely much less person wey you meet for internet

The Nigerian stock market opened today on a mixed note, with most counters slightly in the red. This is normal market behaviour and not a cause for concern. In fact, marginal pullbacks often create entry opportunities for investors who have done their homework.

The key is to stay calm, be patient, and never rush a decision.

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*What Is Happening in the Market*

When a market opens mixed or slightly red after a strong run, it usually means two things. First, some investors are taking profits from recent gains. Second, the market is looking for its next direction. This is called consolidation and it is a healthy part of any bull market cycle.

The Nigerian market has returned over 40 percent year to date. A slight pause is not surprising.

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*Stocks Worth Researching This Week*

These are not buy recommendations. They are names generating discussion among investors and analysts, worth putting on your personal research list.

*Aradel Holdings*
One of the strongest energy stocks on the NGX. The company has significant oil production assets and has benefited from higher oil prices. With Brent crude above $100, energy names like Aradel deserve attention. Research their production capacity and recent financials before forming a view.

*MTN Nigeria (MTNN)*
Nigeria's largest telco by subscribers. Revenue has been under pressure due to regulatory challenges but the business remains fundamentally strong. Analysts believe the stock may be finding a base at current levels. Worth watching for signs of momentum.

*NAHCO (Nahco Aviance)*
An aviation ground handling company. The stock recently underwent a price adjustment following a bonus share issue and dividend payment. Price adjustments like this sometimes create buying opportunities as the market reprices the stock. Research the company's earnings and growth prospects before deciding.

*Dangote Cement*
The largest cement company in Africa by capacity. Nigeria's infrastructure push and ongoing construction activity support long-term demand for cement. The stock has had a strong year. Investors looking at it now should consider buying gradually rather than all at once.

*WAPCO (Lafarge Africa)*
Another cement company worth watching. Has been making operational improvements. Cement as a sector tends to benefit from government capital expenditure and housing development.

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*Banking Sector — Names to Study*

Nigerian banks have had a strong run this year driven by high interest rates and foreign exchange gains. Two names that consistently top analyst coverage are GTCO and Zenith Bank.

*GTCO* is known for its efficiency, strong return on equity, and consistent dividend payments. It is often considered a benchmark for Nigerian banking quality.

*Zenith Bank* is the largest bank by total assets. It has been closing the performance gap with GTCO in recent quarters and trades at a slightly lower valuation, which some investors find attractive.

For investors willing to be patient and take a longer view, *UBA* and *Access Corporation* offer exposure to pan-African banking operations beyond Nigeria, which adds diversification.

Among smaller banks, *Wema Bank* has shown impressive improvement in profitability metrics in recent years and is worth researching for investors interested in smaller capitalisation banking names.

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*Growth and Technology Stocks*

*CWG Plc* is one of the few technology-focused companies on the NGX. It provides IT infrastructure and digital solutions to businesses and government agencies. In a market dominated by banks and consumer goods companies, CWG offers a different kind of exposure. Research their recent contracts and revenue growth.

*Chams Holding* operates in identity management and payment systems. An interesting business in the digital finance space but still developing. Best approached with caution and a long time horizon.

*TIP (Trans-Nationwide Express)*
A logistics and courier company. The business model is straightforward and benefits from growing e-commerce activity in Nigeria. The stock has pulled back recently which may be worth investigating further.

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*For New Investors — Where to Begin*

If you are just starting out and feel overwhelmed by the number of stocks available, focus on understanding a few well-known companies first. Look at their business, how they make money, and whether they have been profitable consistently.

A simple starting framework:
— One energy stock (example: Aradel)
— One telco (example: MTNN)
— One bank (example: GTCO or Zenith)
— One consumer goods company (example: Dangote Cement)

Build slowly. Invest only what you can afford to leave untouched for at least two to three years.

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*Final Thought*

End of month is approaching. Investors who set aside a fixed amount to invest every month regardless of market conditions tend to build more wealth over time than those who try to time the market perfectly.

Consistency beats timing. Every time.

Stay calm. Stay focused. Keep learning.

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This is not financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.

No problem.

megawealth01:
Not at all

And that’s the point. So, people who don’t have children will not be good people since they don’t have children to leave inheritance for. Open your mind.

Panadee:
Totally unnecessary.
The people mentioned were not even known to have children.

IyaTola:
The Nigerian stock market opened today on a mixed note, with most counters slightly in the red. This is normal market behaviour and not a cause for concern. In fact, marginal pullbacks often create entry opportunities for investors who have done their homework.

*TIP (Trans-Nationwide Express)*
A logistics and courier company. The business model is straightforward and benefits from growing e-commerce activity in Nigeria. The stock has pulled back recently which may be worth investigating further.

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This is not financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.

The bolded is wrong abeg. TIP is THE INITIATES PLC

Ginalex:
The bolded is wrong abeg. TIP is THE INITIATES PLC

Na so AI dey always fivk up

You don’t need to rush.
Take time to understand the “Tortoise Investor” mindset, this is exactly what you’re signing up for when you invest in any of Tony Elumelu’s listed companies.
Tony has a proven track record of building lasting value. With patience and consistency, you can realistically double your Transcorp Plc holdings in about 3 years and Transcorp Power in around 4 years.

jonnysessy:
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When will my own opinion on stock matter in NSEMPA count too. This one that members of the thread are capable of dragging down share prices by their simple comments. Please [s]guys with their crystal balls should help me look into it and move Transcorp Power up for me to make a kill[/s]

presiade:
And that’s the point. So, people who don’t have children will not be good people since they don’t have children to leave inheritance for. Open your mind.

You’re using the wrong premise for your argument.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wYkZ02IAlhAJ6C10khEHZ

Ngx Daily Market Summary for today

Mankind2024:
https://nairametrics.com/2026/05/18/nrs-introduces-unified-tax-id-system-for-all-taxable-persons-in-nigeria/

I good development for APC members. Lo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGFRCJFgGOc

Ngx Daily Market Summary for today

That’s not correct. Nonetheless, there’s no point for back and forth on this.

Panadee:
You’re using the wrong premise for your argument.

Mankind2024:
https://nairametrics.com/2026/05/18/nrs-introduces-unified-tax-id-system-for-all-taxable-persons-in-nigeria/

This good I have a feeling they couldn't synchronize the NIN with the tax ID hence the reason to settle for tax ID as this would be generated by the states.

Austin Laz Plc Q1 2026...

essentialone:
Austin Laz Plc Q1 2026...

This particular Lazarus doesn’t want to be raised from the dead.

😬

Jagaban sha must tax the Nigerians that his government is dealing with

Mankind2024:
https://nairametrics.com/2026/05/18/nrs-introduces-unified-tax-id-system-for-all-taxable-persons-in-nigeria/

Na typo

Ginalex:
The bolded is wrong abeg. TIP is THE INITIATES PLC

Prestige Assurance Plc Q1 2026...

nosa2:
What made you think he lied?

A personal opinion cannot be a lie. For all you know he could have genuinely believed that the pictures he posted were from the site. Heck Alibaba could have used pictures from the site for their website.

My point is that when people say do your own due diligence it is not just a buzz word. You don't know me personally and as such you have no reason to trust me. Husband and wife sef no dey trust each other completely much less person wey you meet for internet

This is very possible.
No one is above mistake.

Stockpromoter, what's the source of those pictures?

ositadima1:
But people entered WAPCO at ₦30 based on charts and technical analysis, or do you think TA traders only buy stocks like Zichis? TA traders enter stocks not because the financial statements say so; they often don’t even look at them. They look at charts and price action.

I remember telling you, based on the charts, that WAPCO was a buy at ₦30. I can even bring up that post if you want to argue about it.

Real investors and traders usually use both.

Fundamentals to know the quality of what you’re buying. Is it worth buying? Is it overvalued or undervalued?

Technical analysis to know how it is trading or how it trades. Uptrend or downtrend? Are moving averages reliable for trading the stock? Is it at a resistance and ready to breakout? Is the price movement predictable or random etc

Sentiment to know whether it’s time for quick money or whether the market is risk off.

Other analysis can be used as well. Example: seasonality. That is, does the market tend to rally at certain periods? Etc.

Combining these greatly improve your chances of success.

Cheers

Iskalamong!

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essentialone:
Austin Laz Plc Q1 2026...

space occupiers for now.

One day na one day sha..

megawealth01:
Jagaban sha must tax the Nigerians that his government is dealing with

But my able mega foreign investor, you have tax id in America now. Don’t you?

presiade:
That’s not correct. Nonetheless, there’s no point for back and forth on this.

We can agree to disagree

“In less than 4 years, average FX inflow (dotted lines) during BAT’s presidency has essentially caught up with the GMB 8 year average. Both GMB & BAT are still far behind the average of GEJ.”

chimex38:
An investor from IPO till date is selfless patriot to the nation.
Contributing to the industrial development of the nation selflessly without expectation of returns.
Such humane gesture should be emulated.

That's the situation

I'm not sure what this trying to say. If you double interest rates and collapse your currency, by default your economy becomes more attractive to foreign investors.

And your people and local economy will suffer greatly.

So a better illustration would be to add some measure that tracks poverty to the line graph.

GeneralDae:
“In less than 4 years, average FX inflow (dotted lines) during BAT’s presidency has essentially caught up with the GMB 8 year average. Both GMB & BAT are still far behind the average of GEJ.”

I recorgnize the 'brutal' individuality of players in the market you alluded to here but using deliberate falsehood to lure people into what can potentially make them bankrupt because you can squeeze some benefit from their misfortune is a no no and shameful.

nosa2:
Low key you guys actually believe there is some sort of brotherhood in the stock market.

WE ARE TRADING AGAINST EACH OTHER!!!!

All strategies are justified. Loco promoted Japaul, I looked at it, thought he was bonkers and I moved on.

All this fantasy believe that some guru is here to give you magical stock tips is delulu. But we are here for it.

The only thing I can give altruistically is knowledge on how to value stocks. So ask me for book recommendations or for me to explain something and I will gladly help. But if you think someone will do the hard work of researching several companies to find a hidden gem and then give it away freely...... you are on a long thing.

P.S Dont forget to buy Access Bank tomorrow

mikeapollo:
If Oando can maintain and close at full 10% today Monday, then something must be in the offing; may be a good FY2025 result or capital raise vibes

It's too early, a week of full green should signal something not just 1 or 2 days

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7A3L2Rk7Z6HtwZGSwfKKU4

A few stocks I'd be watching closely in today's trading session on the NGX