4 d. ago IMF Urges Bank of Ghana to Maintain Caution on Policy Rate Cuts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-urges-bank-of-ghana-to-maintain-caution-on-policy-rate-cuts/The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to exercise restraint in further lowering its policy rate, emphasizing that any additional monetary easing must be gradual and data-driven. The guidance emerged from the IMF’s latest Staff Review of Ghana’s bailout programme, which evaluated recent macroeconomic trends and policy measures. “With […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-urges-bank-of-ghana-to-maintain-caution-on-policy-rate-cuts/

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6 d. ago BoG Governor says reforms will shield Ghana from another financial meltdown

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, says a new wave of legislative and policy reforms will serve as a critical firewall against any return to the kind of financial crisis that plunged Ghana into economic distress just three years ago.

Economics

6 d. ago BoG Governor Dr Johnson Asiama targets 10% NPL ratio by end of 2026

Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr Johnson Asiama, has disclosed that the central bank is working to reduce the Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio to 10 per cent by the end of 2026.

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9 d. ago 2nd Deputy BoG boss sounds alarm on digital fraudsters, calls for united front

Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante has issued a stark warning and a call to arms against the rising threat of unlicensed digital financial entities, declaring that protecting the integrity of the financial system is now a "shared responsibility."

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9 d. ago Banking Leaders Call for Higher Ethics After Sector Clean Up

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-leaders-call-for-higher-ethics-after-sector-clean-up/Ghana’s banking industry leaders emphasized stronger ethical standards and risk management as 186 professionals were inducted as chartered bankers, with warnings that banking failures extend beyond financial halls into households and businesses. The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana held its 17th Induction and Graduation Ceremony, where newly chartered bankers joined a profession tasked with safeguarding […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-leaders-call-for-higher-ethics-after-sector-clean-up/

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1 week ago Bank of Ghana Signals Stricter Banking Supervision Despite Sector Recovery and Profitability Gains

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-signals-stricter-banking-supervision-despite-sector-recovery-and-profitability-gains/Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Dr Johnson Asiama announced the central bank will introduce new stress tests, recovery planning requirements and stricter enforcement measures to protect financial stability despite banks returning to profitability during a post Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting with bank heads on Wednesday December 18. The regulator stated the next phase of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-signals-stricter-banking-supervision-despite-sector-recovery-and-profitability-gains/

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1 week ago BoG Governor urges banks to support real sector after policy rate cut

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has appealed to commercial banks to channel more credit to the real sector of the economy, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), following the recent reduction in the policy rate to 18 percent. Speaking at an engagement with Chief Executive Officers of commercial banks, […]

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2 w. ago Investors Face Artificial Intelligence Profit Verification Test in Twenty Twenty Six

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/investors-face-artificial-intelligence-profit-verification-test-in-twenty-twenty-six/Artificial intelligence investments are entering a critical verification phase as investors demand tangible earnings evidence following recent stock market turbulence triggered by disappointing technology sector results. The shift signals a fundamental transition from enthusiasm driven valuations to performance based assessments across the sector. Oracle shares plummeted 11 percent on Thursday after the company reported quarterly […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/investors-face-artificial-intelligence-profit-verification-test-in-twenty-twenty-six/

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2 w. ago Agriculture Drives Ghana’s 5.5 Percent Third Quarter Growth with 8.6 Percent Expansion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agriculture-drives-ghanas-5-5-percent-third-quarter-growth-with-8-6-percent-expansion/Agriculture emerged as Ghana’s strongest performing sector in the third quarter of 2025, expanding by 8.6 percent and driving nearly a third of national output growth, according to new Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates released by Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu on December 10, 2025. The sector’s performance was central to the country’s 5.5 percent […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agriculture-drives-ghanas-5-5-percent-third-quarter-growth-with-8-6-percent-expansion/

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2 w. ago 2026 Budget: A stronger social protection ambition, but delivery risks must not be ignored

The 2026 Budget arrives at a time when Ghana faces high levels of inequality and growing pressure on public services. For this reason, the budget’s renewed emphasis on social protection deserves attention.

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2 w. ago Sandvik Ghana Ltd secures top honours at Ghana Mining Industry Awards in historic debut

Sandvik Ghana Ltd. has firmly established itself as a leader in the nation’s extractive sector, emerging as the 1st Runner-Up for ‘Best Performer in Mine Supplies and Support Services’ at the 11th Ghana Mining Industry Awards (GMIA).

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3 w. ago Financial Advisory Chief Argues Fed Should Continue Rate Cuts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/A prominent financial services executive has outlined why the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) should maintain its policy of reducing interest rates, citing weakening economic momentum and diminishing inflation threats despite the central bank’s recent signals of caution. Nigel Green, who leads deVere Group, a global financial advisory firm with operations spanning over 100 countries, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/

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3 w. ago Honour loan repayment plans to enhance confidence in financial sector – BoG to businesses

The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante Asiedu, is urging businesses and individuals to honour their loan repayment obligations and use credit strictly for its intended purpose. Speaking at a sensitization programme organised for members of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) on the Borrowers and Lenders […]

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3 w. ago BoG Governor cautions banks on elevated credit risks despite stronger sector performance

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has reassured that deposit money banks in the country remain sound, profitable, and well capitalised, while cautioning that credit risks in the sector continue to be elevated.

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3 w. ago Banking Fraud Losses Hit 99 Million Cedis Amid Ethics Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-fraud-losses-hit-99-million-cedis-amid-ethics-crisis/Ghana’s banking sector recorded fraud losses totaling 99 million Ghana cedis in 2024, representing a 13 percent increase from the previous year, as staff involvement in fraudulent activities surged by 33 percent, according to the Bank of Ghana (BoG). Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu disclosed these alarming figures at a customer reporting officer stakeholder engagement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-fraud-losses-hit-99-million-cedis-amid-ethics-crisis/

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3 w. ago Volta Region key to Ghana’s economic future – BoG Deputy Governor

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Zakari Mumuni, has reaffirmed the Central Bank’s commitment to grounding monetary policy in the lived experiences of Ghanaians.

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4 w. ago Banking Sector Demonstrates Resilience Despite Asset Moderation in October

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-sector-demonstrates-resilience-despite-asset-moderation-in-october/Ghana’s banking sector continues to demonstrate resilience, with non-performing loans declining to 19.5 percent in October 2025 from 22.7 percent in October 2024, marking steady improvement in loan quality despite signs of asset moderation. The improvement represents a reduction of 3.2 percentage points within twelve months, signaling strengthening asset quality across the banking sector. Bank […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-sector-demonstrates-resilience-despite-asset-moderation-in-october/

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