Zenith Bank Plc has inched closer to N3 trillion in market capitalisation ahead of the release of fourth-quarter 2025 earnings. The bank share price has crossed N71 again, reflecting sustained investor demand.
The Nigerian lender attracts investors seeking sustained dividend payments and is a strong market player in the banking segment. Zenith Bank’s share price has increased from its 52-week low of N43 to N71.35 at the close of the trading session on Thursday.
Zenith Bank is due to release its earnings, and a slew of analysts expect dividend payments to be maintained despite tough regulatory developments in 2025.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks with forbearance and those in breach of the single limit obligor to forget about paying dividends to shareholders.
Zenith Bank Plc’s 41.069 billion shares outstanding were valued at N2.930 trillion on the Nigerian Exchange, a slight increase of about 50 basis points following a block trade.
On Thursday, the bank recorded several transactions involving 7.13 million shares executed at the price range of ₦71.10 – ₦71.35 per share, amounting to a trade value of ₦505.74 million.
