The Nigerian equities market extended its losing streak on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The NGX All-Share Index fell 0.61% to close at 224,321.97 points, down from 225,690.07 points in the previous session. Investors lost approximately N877.91 billion in a single day. Market capitalisation declined to approximately N144.11 trillion. The year-to-date return moderated further to 44.15%. The ASI has now shed more than 28,000 points from its May 2026 all-time high of 252,508 points. Selling was broad and indiscriminate, spanning banking, industrial, oil and gas, and consumer goods stocks.................................READ MORE