The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has urged financial and economic journalists to go beyond reporting raw data and instead “demystify corporate disclosures” to tell powerful, impactful stories that empower investors.
This call came during a training programme organised by the GSE in partnership with the Institute of Financial and Economic Journalists (IFEJ) on August 22, 2025.
Speaking on behalf of the Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Frank Berle, Mrs. Harriet Bus-Moses, Head of Trading and Surveillance, highlighted the critical role of the media in building a robust capital market.
She stated that corporate disclosures are “not just numbers or statutory filings; they are the stories of businesses — their challenges, opportunities, and journeys of growth.”
She added that when these stories are well-understood and accurately told, they build trust, guide investment decisions, and strengthen the connection between companies and the investing public.
The GSE underscored its deep appreciation for its long-standing partnership with the media, noting that accurate reporting on events like dividend payments and commercial paper redemptions helps to boost investor confidence and drive market participation.
The event coincided with the release of impressive market performance figures. As of August 21, 2025, the GSE Composite Index recorded a strong year-to-date return of 50.08%, while the Financial Stock Index advanced by 43.30%.
In the Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM), trading volume reached 143.21 billion by August 20, 2025, a significant 51.33% increase over the same period last year.
Mrs. Bus-Moses concluded by noting that all six of the GSE’s markets—the Main Market, Ghana Alternative Market, Ghana Fixed Income Market, Green and Sustainable Bonds Market, Commercial Paper Market, and the Over-the-counter Market—are ready to support the diverse capital-raising and investment needs of companies and individuals.
The training program, she said, is designed to provide journalists with the knowledge and tools to bring clarity and accuracy to their financial reporting, which is essential for the continued growth of Ghana’s capital market.