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CalBank Slips by 2.78% Despite Doubling Share Value Since January

M.Cby M.C
April 10, 2025
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CalBank Leads Trade Volumes but Suffers Biggest Loss in Mixed GSE Session

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) witnessed a mixed trading session on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, with investor sentiment appearing cautiously optimistic despite subdued volumes.

CalBank Plc (CAL), one of the key equities on the bourse, recorded a dip of 2.78% in its share price, closing the day at GHS0.70, down from the previous day’s GHS0.72. This decline positions CalBank as the only loser of the day, a notable development considering the bank’s otherwise impressive year-to-date (YTD) performance.

Despite the recent slide, CalBank’s stock has experienced a remarkable rally since the beginning of the year. Starting 2025 at GHS0.35 per share, CAL has managed to double its value in a span of three months, marking a 100% increase in share price. This impressive YTD growth places the bank fourth on the GSE in terms of year-to-date performance, reflecting strong investor interest and confidence in its long-term fundamentals.

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However, the recent price decline may serve as a cautionary signal for short-term traders and investors. Over the past four weeks, CalBank has shed 10% of its value, indicating a phase of correction or profit-taking. For some market watchers, this might suggest waning momentum or growing uncertainties around the bank’s near-term prospects.

Soaring Trading Activity

The April 9 trading session was marked by modest activity. A total of 114,794 shares exchanged hands, generating a market value of GHS2,831,848.89. While the volume represented a 68% decline compared to the previous trading day (Tuesday, April 8), the turnover saw a significant jump of 294%, suggesting that though fewer shares were traded, higher-value equities dominated the session. The current market capitalization of the Ghana Stock Exchange stands at GHS135.5 billion.

Among the 16 listed equities that participated in the day’s trading, NewGold ETF (GLD) emerged as the sole gainer, appreciating by 1.58% to close at GHS458.79 per share. This represents a GHS7.14 increase over its previous closing price of GHS451.65.

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The commodity-backed fund has steadily built a positive reputation among investors, having opened the year at GHS390.50 and posting a YTD return of 17.5%, making it the ninth-best performing stock on the GSE so far in 2025. Over the past four weeks, GLD has delivered a 6% gain, further boosting investor confidence.

In terms of volume, MTN Ghana (MTNGH) led the session with 67,742 shares traded, followed by CalBank with 29,675 shares. Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) and NewGold ETF followed with 10,696 and 5,646 shares traded, respectively. The presence of these stocks in the volume leaderboard indicates continued investor interest in financial and telecom sectors, two of the most resilient pillars of Ghana’s capital markets.

CalBank’s recent performance poses an interesting paradox for investors and analysts alike. On one hand, the 100% rise in share price since the start of the year is a strong indicator of market optimism, potentially driven by improved financials, strategic positioning, or investor sentiment. On the other hand, the recent four-week drop and the single-session loss suggest some level of volatility or reevaluation of the stock’s current pricing.

Analysts suggest that while short-term corrections are common, particularly after sharp rallies, long-term investors should keep an eye on the bank’s quarterly results and operational performance. Key metrics such as loan portfolio health, capital adequacy, and non-performing loan ratios will be crucial in determining whether CalBank can sustain its upward trajectory.

The Ghanaian financial sector, like many across emerging markets, is currently navigating macroeconomic headwinds, including inflationary pressures, cedi volatility, and shifts in monetary policy. These factors could influence investor behavior, especially in banking stocks, which are closely tied to the health of the broader economy.

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