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We expect some tax relief if oil prices continue to surge - AGI
Summary
Will the government offer tax relief as oil prices surge past $100, impacting Ghanaian businesses?
AGI's CEO, Seth Twum-Akwaboah, is urging the government to cut levies and offer fiscal support to businesses due to rising oil prices - now over $100 a barrel. He suggests tax relief or levy adjustments to help businesses cope with increased operational costs.
Business & Economy
2 min read
Oil price jumps despite deal to release record amount of reserves
Summary
Attacks on ships and a major threat to global oil supply have investors on edge - what will happen next?
Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel despite the IEA's plan to release a record 400 million barrels of oil. Iran's leader threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. Concerns are rising about the impact on the global economy.
Business & Economy
5 min read
Iran threatens wider Middle East escalation as Trump urges allies to deploy warships to Strait of Hormuz
Summary
Tensions rise as Iran threatens retaliation and the US seeks allied support - what could this mean for Ghana?
Iran is threatening wider action in the Middle East after US airstrikes, as President Trump calls for allied warships in the Strait of Hormuz - a vital oil transit route. Rising global oil prices are a concern. The situation could escalate further.
Politics
1 min read
Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation
Summary
With tensions rising, will the Strait of Hormuz become a global flashpoint?
Trump wants allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions. This comes as Iran threatens retaliation for US airstrikes, escalating conflict in the Middle East. The situation raises concerns about global oil supply disruptions.
Politics
4 min read
ETI Jumps GH¢0.22, Enterprise Group gains GH¢0.51 as GSE cap hits GH¢292billion
Summary
Ghana's stock market is booming, but which companies are driving growth and which are falling behind?
The Ghana Stock Exchange saw its market capitalization hit GH¢292.58 billion after Friday's trading session. ETI jumped GH¢0.
Business & Economy
4 min read
Fuel prices to increase from March 16; Petrol up by 16.93%, diesel 17.21%
Summary
Ghanaians should brace themselves as fuel prices are set to surge - but what's driving this sharp increase at the pumps?
Fuel prices in Ghana are projected to increase significantly from March 16, 2026, with petrol rising by 16.93% and diesel by 17.21% - according to COMAC.
Business & Economy
4 min read
Iran-US-Israel War: What it means for Ghana real estate investors
Summary
With global markets rattled by the Iran-US conflict, how safe are your Ghana real estate investments?
The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, impacting global markets and oil prices - now over $100/barrel. This could affect Ghanaians planning real estate investments in Accra. The conflict's impact on Ghana's economy is under scrutiny.
Business & Economy
4 min read
NPA increases fuel price floor for March 16 window; Petrol now ¢11.57, diesel pegged at ¢14.35
Summary
Ghanaians may soon feel a pinch at the pumps as fuel prices are set to change - but by how much?
The NPA has increased the price floor for petrol to GH¢11.57 per litre and diesel to GH¢14.35 per litre, effective March 16.
Business & Economy
3 min read