How to Invest in the Nigerian Stock Market with Trove

Vincent Iroleh
5 min readJan 5, 2024
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The Nigerian stock market is one of the largest and most vibrant in Africa, offering investors a variety of opportunities to grow their wealth and diversify their portfolio. However, investing in the Nigerian stock market can be challenging for beginners, especially if they lack the knowledge, skills, and tools to navigate the market.

That’s where Trove comes in. Trove is a micro-investing platform that enables Nigerians to invest in local and foreign stocks, bonds, ETFs, and more, with as little as N1,000 or $10. Trove also provides access to real-time data, advanced tools, and educational resources to help investors make informed decisions and achieve their financial goals.

In this article, I will show you how to invest in the Nigerian stock market with Trove and share some of the benefits and risks of doing so. I will also show you a screenshot of how much profit I made in the Nigerian stock market in the past months, using Trove.

How to Invest in the Nigerian Stock Market with Trove

Investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove is easy and convenient. Here are the steps you need to follow:

  • Visit https://app.trovefinance.com/sign-up/NVI2QX to sign up or Download the Trove app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and create an account. Don’t forget to use my referral code: NVI2QX
  • Complete the KYC process by providing your personal information, BVN, address verification, and bank details. This may take up to 24 hours or more for approval.
  • Fund your Trove account by linking your debit card or bank account, or by making a bank transfer. You can fund your account in Naira or US Dollars, depending on the currency you want to invest in.
  • Browse the available securities on the Trove app, or search for the ones you are interested in. You can invest in Nigerian stocks, bonds, and ETFs, as well as US and Chinese stocks, bonds, and ETFs.
    Belo is a list of Nigerian Stocks I have invested in over the past few months.
list of Nigerian Stocks I have invested in over the past few months.
  • Select the security you want to invest in, and enter the amount or quantity you want to buy. You can also set a limit price or a market price for your order.
  • Confirm your order and pay the required fees. Trove charges a commission of 0.5% for Nigerian securities, and 1% for foreign securities. There may also be other fees such as SEC fees, VAT, and stamp duty, depending on the security and the market.
  • Track your portfolio performance and monitor the market movements on the Trove app. You can also access various tools and resources, such as charts, news, analysis, and learning portal, to help you improve your investing skills and knowledge.
  • Sell your securities when you want to exit the market or take profits. You can also set a stop loss or a take profit order to protect your capital or lock in your gains. You can withdraw your funds to your bank account at any time.

Benefits and Risks of Investing in the Nigerian Stock Market with Trove

Investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove has many benefits, such as:

  • You can access a wide range of local and foreign securities, and diversify your portfolio across different markets, sectors, and asset classes.
  • You can start investing with as little as N1,000 or $10, and enjoy low and transparent fees.
  • You can leverage the power of technology and data to make smart and informed investment decisions.
  • You can learn from the experts and the community and improve your financial literacy and confidence.
  • You can achieve your long-term financial goals, such as saving for retirement, education, or a big purchase.

However, investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove also has some risks, such as:

  • You may lose money if the market goes against your expectations, or if the company you invested in performs poorly or goes bankrupt.
  • You may face currency risk if you invest in foreign securities, as the exchange rate may fluctuate and affect your returns.
  • You may face liquidity risk if you invest in securities that are not easily tradable or have low volume, as you may not be able to sell them quickly or at a favorable price.
  • You may face regulatory risk if the government or the regulators change the rules or policies that affect the market or the securities you invested in.

Therefore, you should always do your own research, understand the risks, and invest only what you can afford to lose.

My Profit in the Nigerian Stock Market with Trove

To show you an example of how profitable investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove can be, here is a screenshot of my portfolio performance in the past months:

Today’s return in investment and total return of investment with last 6 months.

As you can see, I invested in some of the leading Nigerian companies, such as Dangote Cement, Zenith Bank, MTN Nigeria, Nigerian Breweries, etc.

In total, I invested NXXXXXXX, in the Nigerian stock market with Trove, and as of today, my portfolio value is NXXXXXXXX, which means I made a profit of 43.7% in my investment. This is a remarkable return, considering that the Nigerian Stock Exchange All Share Index (NSE ASI) only gained 5% in the same period.

Of course, this is just my personal experience, and your results may vary depending on the securities you choose, the market conditions, and your investment strategy. But I hope this gives you an idea of the potential of investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove.

Conclusion

Investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove is a great way to grow your wealth and diversify your portfolio. Trove makes it easy and convenient for you to access local and foreign securities and provides you with the tools and resources you need to succeed as an investor.

However, investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove also involves some risks, and you should always do your own research, understand the risks, and invest only what you can afford to lose.

If you are interested in investing in the Nigerian stock market with Trove, you can download the app and start your investing journey today. You can also visit the Trove website https://app.trovefinance.com/sign-up/NVI2QX or contact the Trove support team for more information.

Happy investing!💹

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