The Nigerian equities market extended its upward trend at the close of transactions yesterday, with a gain of N329 billion.
The All-Share Index (ASI) gained 907.82 points, representing a growth of 2.46 per cent to close at 37,854.92 points from 36,947.10.
Similarly, the market capitalization gained N329 billion to close at N13.712 trillion from N13.383 trillion.
The improved performance was impacted by gains recorded in medium and large capitalised stocks, amongst which are; Nigerian Breweries, Dangote Cement, Okomu Oil, International Breweries and Lafarge Africa.
