GSE sees decline in market activity and value traded
On the latest trading day, the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) experienced a downturn, with the GSE-Composite Index closing at 2,664.23 points, a 0.37 point decline from the previous trading session. This represents a YTD change of 9.02%, while the GSE Financial Stocks Index lost 0.68 points, closing at 1,756.32 points, with a YTD return of -14.43%. Unfortunately, there were no gainers on this day.
SIC Insurance Company Ltd. (SIC) was among the companies that experienced a decline in stock prices, shedding off GH¢0.02 to close at GH¢0.26. The market capitalization of the GSE suffered a loss of GH¢3.91 million, ending the day’s trading session at GH¢66.97 billion.
The market activity on the trading day saw a decline of 42.59% in volume traded and a 64.70% fall in value traded compared to the previous day. The total shares traded were 29,168, valued at GH¢22,617.57, across sixteen equities. Ecobank Transnational Inc. (ETI) was the top traded equity with 11,112 shares valued at GH¢1,666.80, representing 7.42% of the total value traded. Scancom PLC. (MTNGH) followed closely behind, trading 10,980 shares valued at GH¢13,238.00, representing 58.92% of the total value traded.
The downturn in the GSE can be attributed to various factors, including the overall economic uncertainty brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fluctuation in global oil prices, and the country’s current fiscal policies. Additionally, the current political climate may also have had an impact on investor sentiment, given the upcoming general election in the country.
Investors in the GSE are advised to exercise caution and maintain a long-term investment strategy that takes into consideration the current market conditions. It is essential to focus on companies with strong fundamentals and stable growth prospects, rather than short-term gains. While the GSE may be experiencing a temporary downturn, it is important to keep in mind that the stock market is subject to fluctuations and volatility, and that a diversified investment portfolio can help mitigate risks.
