Guinness Nigeria ₦1 trillion market capitalisation milestone reflects strong investor confidence, profit recovery and sustained growth on NGX
Beverage giant Guinness Nigeria PLC has crossed the ₦1 trillion market capitalisation mark on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), marking a significant milestone that signals renewed investor confidence and a strong financial turnaround.
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The Guinness Nigeria capitalisation achievement places the company’s valuation at approximately ₦1.01 trillion, with an enterprise value of ₦1.05 trillion as of April 10, 2026.
The milestone reflects a sustained re-rating of the company by investors, driven by improved financial performance, operational efficiency and a clearer growth trajectory.
As of April 12, 2026, the company’s share price closed at ₦462.90, reflecting continued upward momentum in the market.
The development caps an 18-month period of strong recovery for the brewer, which reported revenue of ₦730.80 billion for the 18-month financial period ended December 31, 2025.
During the period, gross profit rose by 152 percent to ₦230.48 billion, signalling significant margin expansion and improved cost management.
The company also returned to profitability, recording a net profit after tax of ₦41.16 billion after a prior loss position, a turnaround analysts attribute to ongoing transformation efforts.
Chairman of the Board, Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, described the milestone as a defining moment for the company, noting that it reflects strong investor trust in its long-term strategy.
He said the performance validates the company’s direction, brand strength and commitment to sustainable value creation for shareholders.
Guinness Nigeria ₦1 trillion market capitalisation milestone also follows structural changes within the company, including a shift in financial year-end and a new reporting cycle under its current ownership framework.
The company stated that its performance has been driven by revenue growth, portfolio optimisation, cost discipline and expansion of distribution capabilities.
It also highlighted increased focus on innovation, premiumisation and consumer-driven strategies within Nigeria’s competitive beverage market.
Beyond financial performance, the company said it continues to strengthen governance structures and integrate sustainability practices into its operations.
Looking ahead, Guinness Nigeria pledged to maintain disciplined capital allocation while pursuing further growth through product expansion and market innovation.
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The latest milestone positions the company among the most highly valued consumer goods firms on the NGX, reinforcing its presence in Nigeria’s evolving investment landscape.
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