The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has announced the appointment of its Managing Director, Abena Amoah, as Chair of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Committee of Regional Representatives (CRR). …
… SIC Insurance PLC remains one of Ghana’s leading non-life insurers, listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange and underwriting a broad range of general insurance products, including motor, fire, accident, marine, aviation, bonds and engineering risks.
The Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), Abena Amoah, has been appointed Chair of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Committee of Regional Representatives (CRR), a major leadership role within the global capital markets body. …
President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday presided over the Market Open ceremony at the London Stock Exchange, urging global investors to back Ghana’s growth and reap strong returns from the Ghana Stock Exchange. …
… Capital market recovery gathering momentum Head of Marketing and Public Relations at Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), Jerry Boachie-Danquah, said the country’s capital market has demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past three years – recovering strongly from effects of the Dom …
… d a range of investment channels through which diaspora capital could be deployed, including financing vehicles anchored by the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund as well as capital market platforms operated by the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Ghana Stock Exchange …
… Listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE: GGBL), GGB PLC is the maker and distributor of some of the world’s most celebrated beverage brands including Smirnoff,Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Heineken, Malta Guinness, Orijin, Gulder, and Casamigos and Don Julio, delivering premium quali …
… Listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange, Guinness Ghana produces and distributes some of the world’s most loved beverage brands, including Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, Malta Guinness, Orijin, Gulder, Heineken, Johnnie Walker, Baileys and Don Julio. …
… At the time, this stake had an intrinsic value of approximately $24.4 million, with additional warrant options priced at 0.34 Atlantic Lithium was also compelled to list 19% of its holdings on the Ghana Stock Exchange, becoming the first international lithium company to list on a …
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.
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Ecobank Ghana's 256% dividend surge on GH¢3.03 billion profit signals banking sector resilience and shareholder confidence despite macroeconomic headwinds.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.