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Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria’s leading non-interest (Islamic) financial institution, has shown promising growth despite the challenging macroeconomic environment. As a pioneer in offering Sharia-compliant banking products, Jaiz Bank serves an expanding customer base, especially in the northern regions of Nigeria. Recent financial reports illustrate a balanced growth trajectory supported by strong asset base expansion, though ongoing currency fluctuations and inflation pressures present headwinds.

In its latest earnings report, Jaiz Bank reported a 15% year-over-year increase in gross earnings, reaching approximately ₦26 billion, driven by rising demand for its ethical banking products and increased digital offerings. The bank’s focus on expanding its asset portfolio has led to notable growth in both personal and corporate financing, resulting in a healthy loan book of over ₦50 billion. However, high inflation rates have put upward pressure on operating costs, slightly compressing the profit margins. As a result, net profit for the period stood at around ₦4.2 billion, representing an 8% increase over last year.

On the technical front, Jaiz Bank’s stock has displayed a steady uptrend, with prices recently consolidating around ₦1.80 per share. The stock faces a notable resistance level at ₦2.00, while support has been established near ₦1.50, suggesting a stable trading range. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently around 55, indicating mild bullish momentum. Investors may watch for a breakout above the ₦2.00 mark, which could signal a stronger upward trend.

Looking ahead, Jaiz Bank is focused on leveraging Nigeria’s large unbanked population and the increasing demand for Islamic finance products. Digital expansion initiatives, including mobile banking and agent networks, aim to extend Jaiz Bank’s reach to underserved areas. Additionally, strategic partnerships with local and international financial institutions are expected to strengthen its capital base, allowing it to scale further. For investors interested in ethical and sustainable investments, Jaiz Bank represents a unique opportunity in Nigeria’s financial landscape, particularly as the market for Islamic banking continues to grow.

The Elliot Wave chart above shows that JaizBank has completed wave 4  (0.386 Fibonacci of wave 3). Wave 3 correction can be seen labelled as A-B-C-D-E.

According to the Elliot Wave theory, this means that more strength is expected in the wave 5 going forward.

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