Do Stocks Rise More Than They Fall? Comparing the NGX, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Over 10 Years (2016–2025)
Many investors assume stock markets fall more than they rise because of crashes, inflation, and bad headlines. But what does the actual …
Market Basics — Articles
Market Basics covers simple, easy-to-understand guides about how the stock market works, including key concepts, terms, and how to get started investing.
How Smart Investors Time Their Entry into NGX Stocks | Smart Investor’s Guide to NGX Stocks (Part 3 of 3)
A great stock bought at the wrong time can still disappoint. Learn how smart investors use RSI, MACD, moving averages, and momentum …
How to Know If an NGX Stock Is Actually Worth Buying | Smart Investor’s Guide to NGX Stocks (Part 2 of 3)
A stock may look attractive, but is it actually worth buying? Learn how smart investors evaluate NGX stocks using fundamentals.
The Numbers Most NGX Investors Ignore — And Why They Matter | Smart Investor’s Guide to NGX Stocks (Part 1 of 3)
Most investors only look at the stock price. Learn how smart NGX investors interpret stock price, volume, market cap, shares outstanding, and …
The 4 Account Numbers Every Nigerian Investor Should Understand (CHN, CSCS & More)
Confused about CHN, CSCS, brokerage accounts, and settlement accounts? Learn how Nigerian stock investing works simply.
Do Nigerian Elections Crash the Stock Market? What Smart NGX Investors Should Know
Do Nigerian elections crash the stock market? Discover how elections historically affect NGX stocks, risks, opportunities, and smart investing strategies.
GDP vs PPP: What Smart Investors Must Understand Before Investing in Nigerian Stocks
Understand GDP vs PPP and how it reveals hidden investment opportunities in Nigerian stocks.
How Rights Issues and Bonus Shares Work in the Nigerian Stock Market (NGX)
Understand rights issues and bonus shares in Nigeria and how they affect your investment decisions and returns.
What Moves the Nigerian Stock Market? Key Drivers Every Investor Should Know
Understand what drives the Nigerian stock market, including interest rates, inflation, earnings, and investor sentiment on the NGX.
Nigerian Banking Stocks Explained
Banking is one of the most influential sectors in the Nigerian stock market. Banks listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group are often …
What Is the Nigerian Exchange?
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) is where investors in Nigeria buy and sell shares of companies. It is the foundation of the country’s …