The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) witnessed a historic trading session on Tuesday, with the benchmark GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) soaring past the 15,000-point mark for the first time ever, closing at an unprecedented 15,185.49. The index recorded a spectacular gain of 598.32 points, extending a remarkable rally that has captivated the market.
The 7,169th trading session was characterized by robust investor appetite, pushing market capitalization to a new all-time high of GH¢277.97 billion, a significant leap from Monday’s GH¢267.45 billion. The GSE Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) also joined the charge, climbing 252.74 points to settle at 9,538.68.
Activity levels surged, with a total of 2.5 million shares changing hands, culminating in a total traded value of GH¢24.01 million—a substantial increase from the previous session.
Standard Chartered Leads Blue-Chip Charge
Leading the charge among the large-cap stocks was Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC (SCB) , which delivered a stellar performance. The bank’s shares skyrocketed by GH¢6.28 to close at GH¢69.14, further cementing its status as one of the year’s standout performers.
GCB Bank PLC (GCB) remained unchanged at GH¢52.00 despite being a focal point for investors, with over 154,000 shares traded, contributing more than GH¢8 million to the day’s total value. Access Bank (ACCESS) held steady at GH¢46.64.
GOIL and MTN Ghana Fuel Market Momentum
The session’s energy and telecom sectors provided significant firepower. Ghana Oil Company Limited (GOIL) emerged as a key gainer, jumping GH¢0.21 to close at GH¢6.60. It was the second most actively traded stock, with 756,136 shares exchanged.
Telecommunications giant Scancom PLC (MTNGH) continued its upward trajectory, adding GH¢0.39 to close at GH¢6.33. MTN Ghana was the day’s most traded counter by volume, with over 1.18 million shares traded, contributing approximately GH¢7.5 million to the market’s total value.
Broad-Based Rally Lifts Insurance and Banking Stocks
The bullish sentiment was widespread across sectors. SIC Insurance Company PLC (SIC) saw its share price appreciate by GH¢0.54 to GH¢5.98. Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC (RBGH) gained GH¢0.29 to close at GH¢3.26, while Ecobank Transnational Inc. (ETI) added GH¢0.17 to end the day at GH¢1.91.
In the pharmaceutical space, Dannex Ayrton Starwin PLC (DASPHARMA) recorded a modest gain of GH¢0.03 to close at GH¢0.41. Atlantic Lithium Ltd (ALLGH) remained flat at GH¢6.52 despite notable trading activity.
Societe Generale Bucks the Trend
In a session overwhelmingly dominated by gains, Societe Generale Ghana PLC (SOGEGH) was the sole decliner, dipping by GH¢0.02 to close at GH¢11.37.
A wide array of other stocks, including Access Bank, Cal Bank, Fan Milk, TotalEnergies, and NewGold, remained unchanged for the day.
Market Summary: A Stellar Start to 2026
Tuesday’s historic close underscores a phenomenal start to the year for the Accra bourse. The GSE-CI has now posted a staggering year-to-date return of 73.15% . The financial sector, in particular, has been on a tear, with the GSE-FSI delivering an eye-watering return of 105.26% , effectively more than doubling investor capital in a little over two months.
As the benchmark index continues its relentless climb, market analysts and investors are now setting their sights on the next major psychological milestone: the 16,000-point level.
Key Gainers:
· Standard Chartered (SCB): +GH¢6.28 to GH¢69.14
· SIC Insurance (SIC): +GH¢0.54 to GH¢5.98
· MTN Ghana (MTNGH): +GH¢0.39 to GH¢6.33
· Republic Bank (RBGH): +GH¢0.29 to GH¢3.26
· GOIL (GOIL): +GH¢0.21 to GH¢6.60
Laggard:
· Societe Generale (SOGEGH): -GH¢0.02 to GH¢11.37
