The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) ended September 2025 on a resounding note, recording one of its most robust performances of the year.
The GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) surged by 11.43% to close the month at 8,168.35 points, propelling its year-to-date return to an impressive 67.09%.
This remarkable surge signals a strong comeback for the local bourse, driven by solid performances from leading equities across banking, manufacturing, and energy sectors.
Fifteen stocks recorded gains during the month, highlighting renewed investor optimism and resilience in Ghana’s capital market despite broader global economic headwinds.
Among the top performers, Clydestone (Ghana) PLC took the spotlight, posting a staggering 54.55% gain — the highest for the month. The technology and financial services firm’s strong rebound underscores the market’s growing appetite for innovative and technology-driven businesses on the Exchange.
Following closely, GCB Bank PLC rose by 40.86%, bolstered by improved half-year results and investor confidence in its expanding retail and digital banking operations. Ecobank Ghana PLC also impressed with a 33.04% gain, reflecting steady growth in earnings and a robust balance sheet.
Other notable gainers included CalBank PLC (+25.49%), FanMilk PLC (+21.32%), NewGold (+20.22%), and Ecobank Transnational Inc. (+18.18%). Energy giant TotalEnergies Marketing Ghana PLC advanced 15.88%, while Scancom PLC (MTN Ghana) climbed 12.40% on the back of strong mobile money growth and network expansion.
Financial Stocks Fuel Broader Market Recovery
The GSE Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) also performed strongly in September, advancing by 11.35% to close at 3,799.31 points, extending its year-to-date gain to 59.58%.
The performance of the financial sector has been pivotal to the market’s overall momentum, as banks and insurance firms continued to post resilient earnings in the face of economic adjustments.
According to market analysts, the recovery in banking stocks reflects improved macroeconomic stability, lower inflationary pressures, and renewed confidence following the Bank of Ghana’s policy interventions earlier in the year.
The bullish trend in financial equities signals that investors are once again looking at long-term fundamentals rather than short-term volatility, said a market watcher. With most banks reporting stronger asset quality and liquidity buffers, the sector remains an attractive bet for institutional investors.
Outside the financial sector, gains were also seen across other key sectors.
Benso Palm Plantation PLC rose 10.07%, supported by favorable commodity prices and higher palm oil exports. Enterprise Group PLC gained 10.34%, maintaining its momentum in insurance and asset management services.
Meanwhile, Ghana Oil Company (GOIL) PLC and AngloGold Ashanti Depository Shares posted modest increases of 3.03% and 2.44%, respectively, reflecting sustained investor confidence in Ghana’s energy and mining sectors.
A Few Laggards in the Pack
While most equities advanced, a few stocks posted declines. Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC fell 9.59%, as the beverage producer faced cost pressures and reduced margins. Unilever Ghana PLC dipped 2.01%, while Access Bank Ghana PLC edged lower by 0.12%.
However, these minor setbacks did little to dent the overall bullish sentiment on the Exchange.
On the Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM), trading activity remained vibrant. Treasury bills accounted for 38.70% of the total volume traded, while Government Notes and Bonds contributed 39.52%.
Bank of Ghana Bills represented 20.98%, and Corporate Bonds made up the remaining 0.80%.
The total traded volume for September stood at ₵27.83 billion, representing a 16.33% increase from the previous month’s ₵23.92 billion. On a year-on-year basis, the volume recorded a remarkable 79.34% growth, underscoring heightened investor participation in the fixed income segment.
With both the equities and fixed income markets showing solid growth, analysts expect the momentum to carry into the final quarter of 2025. The GSE’s strong year-to-date performance has positioned it among the best-performing stock markets in sub-Saharan Africa.
Meanwhile, the consistent growth in the Composite Index suggests that investor sentiment is improving, said a GSE analyst. As inflation continues to ease and the cedi stabilizes, it is anticipated that increased foreign participation and a broader rally across sectors.”
If current trends persist, the Ghana Stock Exchange could close the year with record-breaking returns — a clear sign that Ghana’s capital markets are bouncing back stronger than ever.
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