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GCB’s net profit for Q1 2023 rises to GHS 190m; net assets value hits GHS 24.1bn

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GCB’s net profit for Q1 2023 rises to GHS 190m; net assets value hits GHS 24.1bn

GCB, one of the leading banks in Ghana, has reported an impressive GHS 3.9bn increase in assets value in Q1 2023, which is a significant growth compared to the same period in 2022. The bank’s impressive asset growth to GHS 24.1bn at end-Q1 2023, is largely attributed to its growth in cash and cash equivalents from GHS 2.8bn in 2022 to GHS 3.8bn in 2023.

Additionally, an increment in loans and advances to customers from GHS 4.8bn to GHS 6.1bn further supported the bank’s asset growth trajectory. Furthermore, income from investment securities grew by GHS 1.3bn from GHS 10.3bn to GHS 11.6bn within the review period.

The bank has also recorded a net profit of GHS 190m within the first quarter of 2023, which is an increase from the previous year’s net profit figure of GH 147m. This indicates that the bank has been able to generate more revenue and maintain strong profitability despite the country’s economic challenges.

On the other hand, the increase in GCB’s liabilities from GHS 17.5bn to GHS 22bn, driven mainly by deposits from customers which rose from GHS 13.7bn to GHS 19.4bn, is indicative of the bank’s solid customer base. This is a testament to the trust that the bank’s customers have in its financial stability.

However, it is worth noting that the non-performing loans of GCB deteriorated from 15.6% to 20.2% in Q1 2022 and Q1 2023, respectively. This indicates that some of the loans that the bank has extended to customers may not be performing as expected, which could potentially lead to credit risk and impact the bank’s profitability. It is important for the bank to closely monitor and manage its loan portfolio to ensure that it is balanced and performing as expected.

Furthermore, the capital adequacy ratio of the bank also witnessed a decline from 20.9% in Q1 2022 to 18.5% in Q1 2023. This ratio is a measure of the bank’s ability to absorb unexpected losses and maintain its financial stability. The decline in the capital adequacy ratio may indicate that the bank is taking on more risks and may need to raise additional capital to maintain its financial stability.

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GCB’s impressive asset growth and strong profitability are indications that the bank is on a growth trajectory and is well-positioned to navigate the challenging economic environment in Ghana. However, the increase in non-performing loans and decline in capital adequacy ratio are areas of concern that the bank needs to address to maintain its financial stability and continue to generate sustainable returns for its shareholders.

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