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First National Bank Ghana reported GH¢106.8 million profit after tax in 2025, supported by stronger income, deposit growth, improved capital, and lower bad loans.
Government signals possible fuel tax review as global oil prices threaten pump prices in Ghana
Government has set an initial pricing guidance of 12%–12.5% for its new 7-year cedi bond as Ghana returns to the domestic bond market for the first time since 2022.
Government has renewed its call for large-scale investment in women-led businesses, with plans to launch a Women’s Development Bank to support female entrepreneurs across Ghana.
Mahama signals fuel price intervention as global oil volatility threatens pump prices
Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson says Ghana has signed its 11th bilateral debt restructuring agreement with EXIM India as government pushes debt sustainability reforms.
S&P Global Ratings has affirmed Ghana’s sovereign credit rating at B-/B with a stable outlook, citing fiscal reforms, stronger reserves, and improving external balances.
Government has allocated $6 million to support Ghana’s tree crop sector, with new measures targeting oil palm expansion, farmer registration and anti-galamsey enforcement.
GCB Bank ended 2025 with stronger capital, lower bad loans and a 215.7% rise in share price, as its new medium-term strategy begins to reshape the business.
GCB Bank has posted a record GHS3.17 billion profit before tax for 2025, driven by strong deposit growth, loan expansion, rising fee income and disciplined execution.
Ghana will issue its first local-currency bond since the 2022 debt default as government seeks to rebuild market confidence and finance the 2026 budget.
Food and Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku outlines Ghana’s tomato sovereignty plan, including improved seeds, irrigation and backyard gardening after Burkina Faso’s export ban.