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NGX sheds N555 billion as Aradel plunge deepens seven-day market slide

Nairametrics · 1h ago · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

NGX sheds N555 billion as Aradel plunge deepens seven-day market slide

The Nigerian equities market extended its decline on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, with the All-Share Index (ASI) falling for a seventh consecutive trading session, as renewed selling pressure in oil and gas heavyweights, particularly Aradel Holdings, deepened the ongoing correction. The post NGX sheds N555 billion as Aradel plunge deepens seven-day market slide appeared first on Nairametrics .

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