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Ghana Stock Exchange

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Ghana's primary stock exchange, which listed beverage manufacturer Kasapreko and posted 52.84% year-to-date gains in May 2026.

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  1. June 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … According to a circular from the Ghana Stock Exchange, the Offer attracted bids from 18,781 qualified applicants totalling approximately GH¢1.44 billion shares. …

    Kasapreko IPO oversubscribed by 146%, to list on GSE on June 15th

  3. Joy Online

    … The IPO attracted participation from a broad mix of institutional and retail investors, reflecting growing confidence in indigenous Ghanaian businesses and renewed appetite for equity investments on the Ghana Stock Exchange. …

    Kasapreko IPO secures GH¢1.72bn, in bids from investors

  4. Joy Online

    … Beyond operational gains, GOIL’s recent resurgence is also strongly reflected in its performance on the Ghana Stock Exchange. …

    GOIL’s resurgence in Ghana’s competitive downstream market

  5. Business & Financial Times

    … Beyond operational gains, GOIL’s recent resurgence is also strongly reflected in its performance on the Ghana Stock Exchange. …

    GOIL’s resurgence in Ghana’s competitive downstream market

  6. Business & Financial Times

    … That said, it is imperative to mention that, Ghana’s ESG ecosystem is shaped by several key regulatory actors such as Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which monitors environmental compliance and mandates sustainability reporting for specific industries, Ghana Stock Exchange …

    ESG insights with Chamber of ESG & sustainability: From compliance to consequence

  7. Joy Online

    The Deputy Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), Frank Yoofi Mensa Berle, has retires, effective June 3, 2026. …

    Deputy MD of GSE retires

  8. Joy Online

    … The latest dividend declaration reinforces Unilever Ghana’s reputation as one of the more consistent dividend-paying companies on the Ghana Stock Exchange and signals management’s confidence in the company’s future earnings outlook.

    Unilever Ghana rewards shareholders with GH¢62.5m dividend

  9. Business & Financial Times

    … The company also during the year maintained its position among the top ten best-performing companies on the Ghana Stock Exchange and retained the coveted Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil certification, reaffirming its reputation as a model of best management practices in Ghana …

    BOPP spends GH¢107mi on 3,030 hectares, retains RSPO Certification

  10. The Ghanaian Times

    The Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) Abena Amoah, has been appointed as Chairperson of the International Capital Market Association (IMA) Committee of Regional Representatives (CRR). …

    Abena Amoah appointed chairperson of ICMA Committee of Regional Representatives

  11. Business & Financial Times

    By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has called on the Ghanaian diaspora to increase participation in the country’s capital markets. …

    GSE urges diaspora to tap capital market revival
Business

Ecobank Ghana approves 256% dividend surge on GH¢3.03bn profit

The News

Ecobank Ghana shareholders approved a dividend of GH¢1.21 per share for 2025, a 256.8 percent increase from the prior year, as the bank's pre-tax profit rose 28.3 percent to GH¢3.03 billion, driven by higher non-interest income offsetting a 28.8 percent fall in net interest income.

Why it matters

Ecobank Ghana's 256% dividend surge on GH¢3.03 billion profit signals banking sector resilience and shareholder confidence despite macroeconomic headwinds.

19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 19 June

  1. Ecobank Ghana approves 256% dividend surge on GH¢3.03bn profit

    Ecobank Ghana shareholders approved a dividend of GH¢1.21 per share for 2025, a 256.8 percent increase from the prior year, as the bank's pre-tax profit rose 28.3 percent to GH¢3.03 billion, driven by higher non-interest income offsetting a 28.8 percent fall in net interest income.

    19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Thursday 18 June

  1. Kasapreko's rise from overlooked beverage player to major manufacturer

    Kasapreko, once dismissed as a small local beverage company in Ghana's industry, has grown significantly to record revenue of approximately GH¢3.5 billion by 2025, surpassing competitors like Accra Brewery and recently listing on the Ghana Stock Exchange with heavily oversubscribed investor interest.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Stock listings are partnerships, not cash grabs—NPRA CEO says

    The CEO of the National Pensions Regulatory Authority, Chris Boadi-Mensah, told stakeholders at the listing ceremony of Kasapreko PLC that companies going public should view stock exchange listings as long-term partnerships with investors rather than merely a way to raise money. He urged Ghanaian businesses to adopt investor-friendly ownership and governance structures, noting that broad ownership arrangements improve liquidity and attract institutional investors like pension funds.

    17 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. NPRA CEO: Stock exchange listing requires genuine investor partnership

    The Chief Executive Officer of the National Pensions Regulatory Authority stated that companies must view public listing as a long-term partnership with investors rather than a fundraising event, emphasizing that pension funds and institutional investors favour transparency, accountability, and broad ownership structures that enhance market liquidity.

    17 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Kasapreko lists on GSE after GH¢1.72bn IPO

    Beverage manufacturer Kasapreko PLC has listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange following an IPO that raised GH¢1.72 billion, more than double its GH¢700 million target, with an oversubscription of about 146 per cent. President Mahama described the listing as a milestone for Ghana's industrial and capital market growth, noting it was the most oversubscribed public offer by a locally owned manufacturing company in GSE history.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Kasapreko completes oversubscribed IPO, third in six months

    Kasapreko PLC raised GH¢700 million through an oversubscribed IPO with GH¢1.73 billion in subscriptions from 18,781 investors. The beverage manufacturer's listing marks the third major IPO on the Ghana Stock Exchange in six months, signaling a structural revival in equity listings after years of subdued issuance.

    16 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 15 June

  1. Kasapreko PLC lists on Ghana Stock Exchange Main Market

    Ghana's largest indigenous beverage manufacturer, Kasapreko PLC, has officially listed on the Main Market of the Ghana Stock Exchange, marking a significant milestone that positions the company to access long-term capital for expansion while providing Ghanaians with an opportunity to participate in the growth of the homegrown brand. The CEO noted the company first entered the capital market through the Ghana Fixed Income Market in 2024 to gain deeper understanding of market regulations and investor expectations before listing equity on the stock exchange.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana Stock Exchange gains 52.84% year-to-date in May

    The Ghana Stock Exchange's market capitalisation rose to GH¢262.95billion in May with a year-to-date gain of 52.84 percent, driven by declining inflation, lower interest rates, and increasing investor participation in equities.

    15 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Saturday 13 June

  1. Ghana Stock Exchange indices up sharply in May 2026

    The GSE's Composite Index and Financial Stock Index posted returns of 63.67% and 68.99% respectively in May 2026, with market activity reaching 89,945 transactions. Twelve stocks recorded losses for the month, including Ecobank Transnational Inc., CalBank PLC, and Ghana Commercial Bank PLC.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Kasapreko raises GH¢700m in oversubscribed IPO

    Kasapreko PLC successfully concluded its Initial Public Offer, raising GH¢700 million from subscriptions worth approximately GH¢1.73 billion (146 percent oversubscribed). The beverage manufacturer's shares are scheduled to begin trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange on June 15 under the ticker symbol "KASA".

    11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Kasapreko IPO raises GH¢700m, oversubscribed 146%, lists June 15

    Kasapreko, a leading beverage manufacturer, successfully completed its IPO raising GH¢700,000,000 through issuance of 583,333,333 shares at GH¢1.20 per share. The offer attracted 18,781 applicants with subscriptions totalling GH¢1.73 billion, representing 146% oversubscription, and will list on the Ghana Stock Exchange on June 15th.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Kasapreko IPO attracts GH¢1.72bn in oversubscribed bids

    Kasapreko PLC's Initial Public Offering received total bids of approximately GH¢1.72 billion, more than double its GH¢700 million target and representing a 246% subscription level. The oversubscribed offering is attributed to the beverage manufacturer's strong brand portfolio, growth trajectory, and expanding export footprint.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GOIL strengthens market position amid intense downstream competition

    Ghana's petroleum downstream sector is experiencing dynamic transformation with intensified competition from indigenous Oil Marketing Companies. GOIL, the leading indigenous OMC and largest retail network operator, recorded over 1.06 billion litres in annual sales and 22.72% peak market share in October 2022, but faced market pressures from 2022–2025 due to shifting consumer patterns and aggressive competition from emerging players.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. GOIL strengthens position amid intense competition in fuel sector

    Ghana's petroleum downstream sector is experiencing rapid transformation with increased competition and market expansion. GOIL PLC, the leading indigenous Oil Marketing Company with the largest retail network, recorded over 1.06 billion litres in annual sales and a peak market share of 22.72% in October 2022, but has faced intense market pressures since then due to aggressive competition from new indigenous businesses and shifting consumer patterns.

    10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. ESG reporting in Ghana prioritizes metrics over measurable outcomes

    ESG reporting in Ghana and Africa has expanded rapidly but often emphasizes impressive output figures while failing to track whether initiatives actually benefit communities or create lasting change. The article argues that corporations prioritize visibility over verifiability, leaving the true value of many sustainability efforts unclear.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Ghana Stock Exchange Deputy MD retires after 22 years

    Frank Yoofi Mensa Berle, Deputy Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, has retired effective June 3, 2026, after 22 years with the institution. During his tenure, he contributed to the GSE's modernisation, including automation of trading systems, establishment of the Clearing and Settlement Department, and support for new market segments including the Ghana Alternative Market and Ghana Fixed Income Market.

    7 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 6 June

  1. Unilever Ghana declares GH¢62.5 million dividend to shareholders

    Unilever Ghana PLC has declared a final dividend of GH¢1.00 per share, totalling GH¢62.5 million, following approval at its 52nd Annual General Meeting. The dividend reflects strong financial performance, with the company recording a profit after tax of GH¢96 million for 2025, up from GH¢58 million in 2024, driven by improved operational efficiency and consumer demand.

    6 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. BOPP invests GH¢107m in palm oil smallholder project

    Benso Oil Palm Plantation PLC has invested GH¢107 million in a 3,030-hectare oil palm smallholder and outgrower project, with 1,630 hectares mature and 1,400 expected to mature by end-2026. The company retained its RSPO certification and reported six percent revenue growth year-on-year, though profit after tax declined ten percent to GH¢84.224 million in 2025.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Ghana Stock Exchange MD appointed ICMA regional committee chair

    Abena Amoah, Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, has been appointed Chairperson of the International Capital Market Association's Committee of Regional Representatives, a role overseeing governance for the association's 630 member institutions across 71 jurisdictions.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. GSE calls Ghanaian diaspora to boost capital market participation

    The Ghana Stock Exchange has urged the Ghanaian diaspora to increase participation in the country's capital markets, citing strong investor confidence recovery, rising equity valuations, and a resurgence in primary market activity including the busiest IPO period in nearly a decade. The GSE Composite Index has returned 63.4 percent year-to-date as of May 2026, ranking as the world's second-best performing equity market.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  4. Ghana Stock Exchange MD appointed ICMA regional committee chair

    Abena Amoah, Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, has been appointed Chair of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Committee of Regional Representatives, a role that serves as a key link between the ICMA Board and its 15 regional committees. The appointment was announced at the 58th ICMA Annual General Meeting and Conference in London and is described as recognition of Ghana's growing influence in African and global capital markets development.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Ghana businesses often confuse ESG with corporate philanthropy

    Many Ghanaian organisations treat Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles as corporate donations and community outreach, but ESG is a framework that shapes business governance, risk management, and investor decisions. Sustainability has shifted from an act of goodwill to a matter of resilience, with stakeholders now scrutinising how companies manage environmental impact, treat employees, and ensure transparency.

    4 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. SIC Insurance profit rises 57% to GH¢84m despite audit concern

    SIC Insurance PLC posted group profit after tax of GH¢84.05 million for 2025, up 57.3 per cent from GH¢53.41 million in 2024, driven by higher insurance revenue and investment income. Auditors issued a qualified opinion citing subsidiary liabilities concerns.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana Stock Exchange MD appointed ICMA regional committee chair

    Abena Amoah, Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, has been appointed Chair of the International Capital Market Association's Committee of Regional Representatives, a leadership position overseeing governance for member institutions across 71 jurisdictions. The appointment was announced at the ICMA's 58th Annual General Meeting in London.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Mahama rings LSE bell, pitches Ghana Stock Exchange to global investors

    President John Dramani Mahama opened trading at the London Stock Exchange on Wednesday, urging global investors to support Ghana's growth and invest in the Ghana Stock Exchange. He highlighted the country's improving economic indicators over the past 18 months, including reduced inflation, a stabilised Cedi, and strengthened international reserves, while noting the GSE has experienced a renaissance in the past 12 months.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana's capital market confidence returns, experts promote long-term financing

    Experts at the 2026 Money Summit say confidence in Ghana's capital market is steadily returning, with industry leaders noting improving investor sentiment, stronger market performance, and the need for greater financial literacy. The Ghana Stock Exchange reported the GSE Composite Index has returned 64.21 percent with total market capitalisation reaching GH¢263 billion, reflecting recovery from the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme.

    4 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  6. Government seeks diaspora capital for 24-Hour Economy programme

    Ghana's government is appealing to diaspora members, particularly in the United Kingdom, to channel a portion of record US$7.8 billion annual remittances into productive investment and export-led growth under the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme. Presidential Adviser Augustus Goosie Tanoh said the diaspora's 2025 remittances were up from around four billion six years ago and now exceed official development assistance and foreign direct investment combined.

    4 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Smirnoff renews Ghana DJ Awards sponsorship for three years

    Guinness Ghana has renewed Smirnoff's title sponsorship of the Ghana DJ Awards for another three years, reaffirming its commitment to celebrating DJ culture and entertainment in Ghana. The partnership will power all activities under the awards calendar, bringing lifestyle experiences and engagement throughout the season.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Guinness Ghana hosts annual golf championship at Achimota

    Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC hosted its 2026 annual golf championship at Achimota Golf Club on 30 May, attracting over 120 golfers and guests for a day of competition, networking, and brand experiences featuring Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Heineken and Malta Guinness products.

    2 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Huayou Cobalt acquires Atlantic Lithium's Ghana Ewoyaa Project

    Chinese firm Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co. Ltd. is in final stages of acquiring Australia's Atlantic Lithium Ltd. in a $210 million all-cash deal to secure Atlantic's lithium tenements in Ghana, including the Ewoyaa Project. An opinion piece argues this represents a missed strategic opportunity for Ghana's Minerals Income Investment Fund to participate in the emerging lithium value chain.

    2 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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