The NSX Overall Index closed at 1524.94 points at the end of August, up from 1456.55 points in July, gaining 6.6% m/m on a total return basis in August compared to a 6.0% m/m increase in July. The NSX Local Index decreased 0.2% m/m compared to a 4.8% m/m increase in July. Over the last 12 months the NSX Overall Index returned 50.9% against 8.3% for the Local Index. The best performing share on the NSX in August was Marenica Energy, gaining 34.0%, while Celsius Resources was the worst performer, dropping 20.0%.