BRVM Stock Market Retreats After Weeks of Gains

In this episode of MarketsTalk, we break down the key developments on the BRVM stock exchange during the week of March 2 to March 6. While the market indices moved slightly lower, several companies delivered strong gains, including Tractafric Motors, Oragroup, and Total Senegal. We also analyze trading activity, the continued dominance of Sonatel in market liquidity, and strong momentum in the regional bond market. A clear and accessible overview of what these trends mean for investors across West Africa. Key Moments [00:00] – Introduction: a mixed but opportunity-filled week on the BRVM [00:45] – Market overview: BRVM Composite and other indices move slightly lower [01:40] – Trading activity explained: lower share volumes but higher transaction value [02:35] – Sonatel remains the anchor of liquidity on the BRVM [03:20] – Top stock performers: Tractafric Motors CI, Oragroup Togo, Total Senegal [04:40] – Why strong gains can happen even when the broader market softens [05:35] – Solibra Côte d’Ivoire decline and the role of profit-taking [06:25] – Bond market expansion and investor appetite for sovereign debt [07:05] – Senegal 10-year sovereign bond dominates weekly bond trading [07:35] – Outlook: opportunities investors should watch in the coming week Learn More Start investing with Daba: https://www.dabafinance.com/en Follow Daba Finance: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DabaFinance TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dabafinance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dabafinance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dabafinance