Pension Broad Index leads NGX with 59.72% return

The NGX Pension Broad Index, which tracks pension-compliant equities on the Nigerian Exchange, recorded a return of 59.72 per cent in 2025, outperforming the broader market as measured by the NGX All-Share Index.

Data from the Exchange showed that the Pension Broad Index closed the year at 2,917.84 points, rising from 1,826.89 points at the end of 2024. In comparison, the All-Share Index gained 51.19 per cent over the same period, highlighting the stronger performance of equities eligible for pension fund investment.

The Pension Broad Index comprises stocks that meet the investment eligibility criteria set by the National Pension Commission, making it a benchmark for Pension Fund Administrators seeking to comply with regulatory requirements while pursuing competitive returns.

The index includes a diversified mix of equities across key sectors such as financial services, telecommunications, consumer goods, industrials and energy. Analysts said this broad sectoral exposure helped support performance during a year marked by strong market activity and improved investor sentiment.