Bond trading volume rise by 296.3% WoW reaching GH¢218m
In the latest data from GCB Capital Research, the secondary fixed-income market demonstrated notable activity as it recorded a substantial surge in bond trading volume over the past week.
The figures reveal an impressive uptick, with aggregate bond trades amounting to GH¢218 million, representing a striking 296.3% week-on-week increase.
Comprising both bills and bonds, the secondary fixed-income market witnessed a total turnover of GH¢1.51 billion for the week under review.
Notably, Treasury bills (T-bills) played a commanding role in this market activity, accounting for a substantial 86% of the combined trading value.
The surge in bond trading volume signals renewed investor interest in fixed-income securities, with market participants navigating opportunities amid evolving economic dynamics.
Against the backdrop of the dominant presence of T-bills, the secondary fixed-income market remains a focal point for financial activity, reflecting investors’ quest for yield and relative safety in the contemporary financial landscape.
