Institutional buyers, company leaders and {economic} specialists gained sensible insights into portfolio positioning on the lately held Stanbic IBTC Economic Summit.
Delivered nearly below the theme ‘From policy to pockets: How 2026 economic shifts will shape your financial decisions’, the summit explored how Nigeria’s shift from {economic} stabilisation to progress consolidation is redefining alternatives and dangers for decision-makers. Discussions examined financial coverage transmission, sectoral alternatives, fairness valuations and institutional danger frameworks.
Speaking on the target of the webinar, Busola Jejelowo, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, mentioned: “Stanbic IBTC brings a distinct perspective to this conversation. As an integrated financial services group spanning asset management, banking, pension administration, insurance, stockbroking, trustees and investment banking, we support clients across every stage of their financial journey from treasury and trade finance to pension fund custody and structured investment solutions.”
Busola added that as we speak’s surroundings requires self-discipline and long-term pondering. “Economic uncertainty demands proactive risk management and continuous learning. By working with trusted advisers and staying ahead of market shifts, investors can preserve value and position to capture opportunities in a transforming economy. Our teams are ready to support portfolio reviews, strategic asset allocation, and tailored solutions”.
Kuranga, Abdulazeez A, an Economist in Global Markets at Stanbic IBTC Bank, expressed confidence that Nigeria’s financial system will rely much less on oil and develop from a wider mixture of sectors in 2026. In his view, “We expect broader sectoral diversification in Nigeria’s growth trajectory, with the non-oil sector driving GDP expansion in 2026 as structural reforms deepen and reliance on petroleum revenues declines.”
Abdulazeez projected GDP progress of between 4.1% and 4.4% in 2026, marking a transparent acceleration and pointing to stronger macroeconomic fundamentals in comparison with 2025.
Toyin Aju, Head of Fixed Income at Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, highlighted the worth {of professional} asset administration: “Mutual funds simplify investing by undertaking rigorous credit analysis and comprehensive reviews before deploying capital. Sound financial health starts with informed decisions, and we encourage investors to engage us in planning their financial future.”
On equities, Kehinde Owonubi, Head of Equities, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, maintained a constructive outlook: “We remain constructive across most sectors, supported by expectations of sustained economic growth and improving macroeconomic stability. In particular, the banking sector stands to benefit from this growth momentum. As interest rates decline, we expect credit growth to accelerate, supporting lending activity and profitability.”
He additionally described the current regulation by the National Pension Commission (PENCOM), which revised the allowable restrict for pension fund allocation to equities upward, as supportive of market depth, noting that elevated pension fund participation needs to be constructive for long-term market growth.
Across periods, audio system agreed that whereas stabilisation progress is clear, translating stability into sustainable returns would require disciplined execution. Panellists emphasised scenario-based portfolio building incorporating optimistic, baseline, and draw back circumstances to construct resilience throughout various {economic} outcomes.
The summit reinforces Stanbic IBTC’s function as a thought companion to buyers – deepening market perception; strengthening funding selections; and supporting the long-term progress of Nigeria’s {financial} ecosystem.
