Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama Confirms Full Capitalisation of 23 Banks as T-Bill Sales Reach 162% Oversubscription

Ghana’s financial sector has achieved a significant milestone as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, confirmed that all 23 banks operating in the country are now fully capitalised. This development signals a robust strengthening of the banking industry, providing the necessary financial buffer to absorb potential losses and maintain overall stability. Full capitalisation is a critical metric for the sector, reflecting the resilience of financial institutions and their capacity to support the broader economy under the leadership of the central bank.

Simultaneously, the government’s latest treasury bill auction demonstrated high investor confidence, recording a remarkable 162% oversubscription. The auction results, released by the Bank of Ghana, revealed a strong preference for longer-term instruments, particularly the 364-day bill. This specific bill attracted bids totaling GH¢9.9 billion—representing approximately 183% of the total bid volume—though the government ultimately accepted an uptake of GH¢2.6 billion for this maturity.

In addition to the 364-day bill, other instruments saw varied levels of interest. The 182-day bill received bids of GH¢1.2 billion, with the government accepting GH¢766 million, while the 91-day bill saw bids of GH¢3.1 billion, resulting in an acceptance of over GH¢2.4 billion. Across the entire auction, the government accepted approximately GH¢5.8 billion in total bids, successfully navigating a high-demand environment while managing its debt profile.

The auction also highlighted a shifting landscape for interest rates on the yield curve. While there is a general downward trend in interest rates, the yields for specific bills showed mixed movements. The yield for the 364-day bill increased by 91 basis points to reach 11.59%, while the 91-day yield rose to 5.07%. Conversely, the 182-day yield saw a decrease, settling at 7.08%. These fluctuations suggest a recalibration of investor expectations as they seek to balance yield with liquidity in an evolving market.

These combined developments—the full capitalisation of the banking sector and the aggressive oversubscription of government debt—point toward a stabilizing financial environment. As the Bank of Ghana continues to monitor these trends, the increased capital buffers in the private sector and the high demand for government securities are expected to provide a solid foundation for economic growth and fiscal management in the coming months.