OTC Market
Trade shares of public companies not listed on traditional exchanges.
Start Investing in the NASD Market
Access unique investment opportunities across equities, debt instruments, and private markets through NASD.
How Would You Like to Invest?
Individual investors looking to grow their wealth and explore opportunities beyond traditional markets.
N-DSP
Participate in the emerging digital securities market powered by modern financial infrastructure.
Investment Opportunities on NASD
NASD offers access to several markets designed to connect investors with emerging companies and innovative investment structures.
Equities Market (OTC)
Invest in shares of public companies that are not listed on traditional exchanges, with transparent pricing and access through licensed brokers. The OTC market provides liquidity and price discovery for these securities.
- Trade up to 42 securities on the platform
- Regulated by the Security Exchange Commission
- Transparent pricing and market data
NASD Digital Securities Platform
Gain access to a new class of digital assets issued and traded through blockchain-enabled infrastructure designed to modernize capital markets and expand investment opportunities.
- Blockchain-powered digital securities trading
- Access to tokenized investment assets
- Built to support a global investor ecosystem
NASDeP
Explore investment opportunities in high-growth private companies seeking long-term funding before they enter public markets.
- Early exposure to growth-stage companies
- Platform designed for accredited investors
- Opportunities across multiple sectors
Invest Anywhere with the NASD Mobile App
The NASD app allows investors to buy and sell OTC securities, track portfolio performance, receive real-time updates, and access market news in one platform.
Access Over 40+ Securities
Buy and Sell a wide range of Securities anytime
Track your Portfolio
See portfolio gains and track stocks with ease
Stay Ahead with Live Data
Get instant updates on trades as they happen
Access to Multiple Brokers
Trade with Multiple brokers conveniently in one place
Trade on the go with NASDmobile
FAQs
Some of the commonly asked questions about investing on NASD markets.
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How do I start trading on NASD?
Open a trading account with a NASD-registered broker. Once funded, you can place buy and sell orders for any admitted security through your broker or the NASD Mobile app. -
Do I need a CSCS account?
Yes. NASD securities settle via the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS). Your broker will help you open and maintain a CSCS account during onboarding. -
What are the fees for trading?
Brokerage commissions, transaction fees, and NASD market fees apply. See the Fees & Trading Hours page for the current schedule. -
When does the NASD market open and close?
Market hours follow the Hours & Holidays schedule. Trading is typically Monday to Friday with a market open and close window published on the website. -
Where do I see prices and trade history?
Daily closing prices are published on the Price List page. Trade summaries and volumes are on the Trade Reports page. -
How are NASD securities categorised?
Securities are categorised Blue, Pink, or Red based on disclosure compliance. The Admitted Companies page shows current categorisation for every listed security. -
Can I trade NASD securities on margin?
Margin trading is subject to your broker's policy and SEC Nigeria guidelines. Speak to your broker to learn what is available. -
What protections exist for retail investors?
NASD operates under SEC Nigeria regulation and maintains an Investor Protection Fund. Brokers are licensed and supervised, and disclosures are published on the Announcements page.
Ready to Start Investing?
Explore new investment opportunities and diversify your portfolio through the NASD OTC market.