The Nigerian equities market recorded a standout performance in 2025, with several listed stocks delivering exceptional returns that far outpaced the 51.19% year-to-date gain of the NGX All-Share Index, which closed at 155,613.03 points on December 31, according to data compiled by Nairametrics from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The market rally saw at least 45 companies post gains exceeding 100%, with select mid-cap and small-cap stocks returning over 1,000%, driven by improved earnings, increased liquidity, regulatory reforms, and renewed investor confidence despite prevailing macroeconomic challenges.
NCR Nigeria Plc emerged as the year’s top-performing stock, surging by 1,354% to close at N72.70, followed by Eunisell Interlinked Plc and Beta Glass Plc, as broad-based sectoral gains—particularly in consumer goods and insurance—underscored the NGX’s resilience and ability to deliver real returns in a high-inflation environment.
Top 10 best-performing Nigerian stocks in 2025 (YTD gains):
- NCR Nigeria Plc – N72.70 (+1,354%)
- Eunisell Interlinked Plc – N115.00 (+497%)
- Beta Glass Plc – N370.00 (+470%)
- The Initiates Plc – N13.30 (+432%)
- Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc – N3.10 (+408%)
- Guinness Nigeria Plc – N349.90 (+398%)
- MeCure Industries Plc – N65.20 (+369%)
- Ellah Lakes Plc – N13.40 (+324%)
- Vitafoam Nigeria Plc – N92.00 (+300%)
- Aso Savings excluded due to liquidation