Trading data from the local exchange showed that market capitalisation increased by ₦235.12 billion, also representing a 0.15% rise, to ₦158.51 trillion. The market recorded stronger trading activity, with total volume and value of transactions increasing by 185.56% and 30.27%, respectively. What’s Being SaidTrading data from the Nigerian Exchange showed that banking stocks were the strongest sectoral performers, with the Banking Index gaining 1.53%. What’s NextInvestors will continue to monitor buying interest in major banking stocks and whether the sector can sustain its positive momentum in subsequent sessions. The Bottom Line:The session showed that banking stocks remain an important source of support for the NGX, but the negative market breadth indicates that the gains were not broad-based.