The market did not shout.
It inhaled slowly after the holiday silence.

Liquidity moved like a steady tide,
banks resting on cushions of cash,
while investors stretched their gaze toward the horizon,
placing trust in time rather than urgency.

Oil slipped, gold held its quiet vigil,
and the Naira stood with renewed balance.
Nothing rushed for the exit.

Capital simply adjusted its footing,
not in fear,
but in careful recognition of value