Economic and Market Overview for the First Quarter of 2026

The Q1 2026 Economic and Market Overview examines developments in the global and Ghanaian economies, highlighting trends in inflation, interest rates, economic growth, currency performance, mining, commodities, equities, and fixed-income markets. The report notes that despite geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainty, Ghana recorded strong economic performance, characterized by declining inflation, easing interest rates, a resilient cedi, and impressive returns on the Ghana Stock Exchange. It also reviews key developments in the mining sector, commodity price movements, banking sector performance, and government securities market, while providing an outlook on investment opportunities and risks likely to shape economic and market conditions for the remainder of 2026.