The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc has announced an interim dividend of N1.30 per ordinary share for the six months ended June 30, 2026, following a strong first-half financial performance supported by higher trading activity and increased investment income.
In a statement, the Group said revenue rose by 118 per cent to N17.60 billion in the first half of 2026, compared with N8.08 billion recorded in the same period of 2025.
Total income also increased by 96 per cent to N19.34 billion.
The company attributed the performance largely to a surge in market activity, with transaction fee income climbing 169 per cent to N13.34 billion, up from N4.96 billion a year earlier.
Listing fees grew by 59 per cent to N2.38 billion, while technology income increased by 19 per cent to N447.86 million.
NGX Group’s operating profit jumped 155 per cent to N10.62 billion, compared with N4.16 billion in the first half of 2025, reflecting improved efficiency as revenue growth outpaced the rise in operating expenses.
The Group also reported a 130 per cent increase in its share of profit from equity-accounted investees to N4.14 billion, driven mainly by the strong performance of Central Securities Clearing System Plc.
As a result, profit before tax rose 170 per cent to N14.76 billion from N5.46 billion, while profit after tax increased 146 per cent to N10.36 billion, compared with N4.22 billion in the corresponding period of 2025.
Commenting on the results, Chairman Umaru Kwairanga said the interim dividend reflects the strength of the company’s earnings and the board’s confidence in the Group’s long-term growth strategy.
Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Temi Popoola attributed the strong performance to robust trading activity, increased listings and disciplined execution of the company’s business strategy.
