Local index gains ground while JSE tracks lower

**Staff Writer **

The Namibian Securities Exchange (NSX) local Index showed positive momentum over the week ending October 30, 2026, gaining 0.54% to close at 904.18 points.

The index saw steady upward movement from its week-low position of 899.31 points recorded on October 23.

In contrast, the broader JSE All Share Index (ALSH) pulled back, dropping 398.47 points (or 0.37%) over the daily trading cycle to close at 107 621.67.

This performance sits near its low for 2026 of 107 104.29, distancing itself further from its yearly high of 128 455.68. Meanwhile, the NSX Overall Index managed a healthy bump of 1.48% up to 2 310.14 points today.

In terms of sector highlights and yield movements, sector performance across the regional market showed notable variance.

This saw consumer discretionary spearheaded Friday’s gains with a sharp 2.13% climb (+46.61 points), closing at 2 232.67. This sector continues to deliver a substantial actual dividend yield of 10.03%.

Telecommunications posted a robust 2.82% daily surge to close at 322.24, while basic materials advanced by 2.56% (+20.93 points) to wrap up at 838.28.

Real estate dragged slightly behind, dipping 0.17% to close at 2 744.75, while utilities remained completely flat at 1 082.85.

The local Namibian market continues to offer strong structural value for income-focused investors, boasting a lucrative average Actual Dividend Yield of 9.85%.

This outpaces the broader overall market yield, which rests at 3.83%.

Looking at the broader horizon since December 2025, the local market tracks a positive long-term narrative with an overall 11.94% increase.

Conversely, the JSE All Share Index has struggled to find its footing over the same multi-month period, down roughly 7.09% compared to its December 2025 baseline.