Solomon Boakye

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Ghana Stocks Extend Gains as Market Capitalization Tops GH¢167 Billion

Ghana’s stock market extended gains Wednesday as the GSE index rose to 8,501.99, driven by banking and beverage stocks, pushing…

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Digital Footprints Help Mobile Money Platforms Outperform Banks in Loan Repayments-GhIPSS

Mobile money platforms in Ghana outperform banks in loan repayment due to built-in KYC, digital footprints, and behavioral insights, while…

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Telecel Takeover of AT Sparks Minority Concerns Over Transparency, Financial Risks

Parliament’s Minority accuses Minister Samuel George of favoring Telecel’s US$50 million takeover over Rektron/Afritel’s US$150 million plan, citing secrecy, mismanagement,…

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Escalating US-China Trade Tensions Boost Gold Prices, Raise Risks for Global Markets

US-China trade tensions escalate, boosting gold above $4,200. Market volatility rises amid slowing US hiring, government shutdown, and supply chain…

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Global Economy in Uncertainty, Path Remains Unpredictable – IMF

IMF warns global growth slowing amid trade tensions, policy shifts, and protectionism. Businesses face uncertainty, requiring careful planning, risk management,…

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Ghana’s Exports to Industrial Countries Shrink, Dependence on Few Markets Rises

Ghana’s exports to industrial countries declined between 2023–2025, with most partners losing share, while the Netherlands and United States dominated,…

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Ghana’s Main Oil Fields Ageing, Output Naturally Declining — PIAC Explains

Ghana’s oil production is declining as key fields like Jubilee age and deplete. PIAC warns that without new exploration, petroleum…

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GSE Records Modest Gains as Market Turnover Exceeds GH¢5.6 million on Tuesday

The Ghana Stock Exchange gained on Tuesday as trading value more than doubled to GH¢5.69 million, driven by gains in…

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Home Gardening Gains Economic Relevance as Oti Region Hosts Free Skills Workshop

Oti Region hosts a free home gardening workshop to boost household food production, promote sustainability, and equip participants with practical…

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CXP Ghana Marks 5th Customer Experience Conference with Historic First CXX Awards

CXX 2025 in Ghana emphasized inclusivity, service excellence, and collaborative regulation, launching the inaugural CXX Awards to celebrate institutions embedding…

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Trade Tensions and Rate-Cut Bets Keep Gold Near Record Highs

Gold steadied near record highs at $4,130 as US–China trade tensions, government shutdown fears, and expectations of Federal Reserve rate…

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Oil Prices Fall to Five-Month Low on Supply Glut Fears, Weak Demand Outlook

Brent crude fell 2% below $62, a five-month low, as IEA forecasts rising supply and weaker demand, deepening fears of…

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GSE Opens Week on a Mildly Bearish Note

The week started quietly but positively for banks, as investors took small profits while keeping faith in the market

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Rwanda Emerges as Africa’s Low-Risk Investment Hub, SOMPA Report Shows

Rwanda ranks among Africa’s lowest-risk investment destinations, combining political stability, robust economic growth, regulatory reforms, and infrastructure development, offering opportunities…

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iCAD 2026 Calls for Papers on Green Transitions and Inclusive Industrialisation in Africa

iCAD 2026 invites African researchers, policymakers, and professionals to submit papers on green transitions and inclusive industrialisation, fostering sustainable growth,…

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