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The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has expressed renewed optimism about the future of the cedi, signalling that the local currency is well positioned to maintain its recent stability against the US dollar as conditions in the foreign exchange market continue to improve.
After months of volatility and heavy demand for foreign currency, the Central Bank believes a combination of targeted policy interventions, stronger market liquidity and expected foreign inflows is creating a more favourable environment for the cedi.
The outlook comes at a time when businesses, investors and households are closely monitoring exchange rate movements due to their impact on inflation, import costs and overall economic confidence.
The latest Monetary Policy Analysis released by the Bank of Ghana paints an encouraging picture, suggesting that the worst of the recent pressure on the cedi may now be behind the economy.
Cedi Records Strongest Monthly Appreciation
One of the biggest highlights in the report is the cedi’s impressive performance in June 2026. According to the Bank of Ghana, the local currency recorded its first monthly appreciation of more than 3 percent during the month, marking a significant turnaround after facing sustained pressure earlier in the year.
The appreciation reflects improving market sentiment and suggests that policy measures introduced by the Central Bank are beginning to deliver the intended results.
The Bank attributed the improved performance to its Forex Intermediation and FX Intervention programmes, which have significantly increased the supply of foreign exchange while reducing excessive demand for dollars.
Explaining the impact of the intervention, the Central Bank stated, “The Bank of Ghana’s FX intermediation programme helped moderate pressures on the cedi that came from frontloading of demand, particularly from the energy sector,” the Central Bank noted.
The Bank believes these interventions have eased temporary demand shocks that contributed to the cedi’s earlier weakness.
US$1 Billion Forex Injection to Support Market
The Central Bank is not slowing down its support for the foreign exchange market.
To reinforce the recent gains, the Bank of Ghana plans to inject approximately US$1 billion into the market through its Forex Intermediation Programme during July 2026.
The move is expected to improve liquidity, ensure businesses have easier access to foreign currency and reduce speculative demand that often fuels exchange rate volatility.
According to the Bank, the programme remains one of its strongest tools for maintaining orderly market conditions.
It added that the programme would continue to improve market liquidity and reduce speculative demand.
This commitment is expected to reassure importers, manufacturers and financial market participants who rely heavily on stable access to foreign exchange.
Demand for Dollars Begins to Ease
Another encouraging development identified by the Central Bank is the gradual decline in demand pressures that weighed heavily on the cedi during the first quarter of the year.
According to the report, many businesses have already completed major restocking activities that previously drove up demand for dollars. At the same time, new policy measures designed to manage foreign currency demand are beginning to take effect.
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With fewer businesses aggressively seeking dollars, pressure on the foreign exchange market has eased considerably.
Currently, some commercial banks are selling the dollar at about GH¢11.55, while forex bureaux are selling at around GH¢12.30, reflecting improving stability in the market.
The Bank says it will continue implementing these measures to sustain the local currency’s recent performance against the US dollar.
Foreign Inflows Expected to Strengthen Reserves
Beyond domestic policy measures, the Bank of Ghana is also counting on stronger foreign currency inflows to reinforce the country’s reserve position.
The Central Bank expects remittance inflows to improve between the second and third quarters of the year, providing an important source of foreign exchange for the economy.
In addition, Ghana is expected to receive substantial support from its international partners.
The Bank projects possible inflows including approximately US$380 million under the IMF programme, together with an additional US$240 million expected in July 2026.
These inflows are expected to strengthen Ghana’s foreign exchange reserves and provide additional capacity for the Central Bank to support the market whenever necessary.
The report also points to growing investor confidence following Ghana’s recent Fitch credit rating upgrade and the government’s early Eurobond repayment decision, developments that are expected to further improve confidence in the economy.
Positive Outlook Comes With Caution
While the overall outlook has become more positive, the Bank of Ghana acknowledges that risks remain.
One of the biggest concerns is uncertainty surrounding the fragile peace process in the Middle East, which could trigger fresh increases in global crude oil prices.
Higher oil prices could increase Ghana’s import bill and force businesses, especially those in the energy sector, to demand more dollars, placing renewed pressure on the cedi.
For this reason, the Central Bank says it remains vigilant and prepared to respond quickly to changing market conditions.
It stressed that it will continue monitoring developments closely while implementing measures aimed at preserving stability in the foreign exchange market.
Confidence Builds Around the Cedi
The latest outlook from the Bank of Ghana provides one of the strongest signals yet that policymakers believe the cedi has entered a more stable phase after months of uncertainty.
Supported by improved foreign exchange liquidity, easing demand for dollars, expected international inflows and renewed investor confidence, the Central Bank is positioning itself to protect the gains achieved in recent months.
Although external risks remain beyond Ghana’s control, the combination of proactive interventions and stronger market fundamentals has given policymakers greater confidence that the cedi can remain on a steadier path, providing much-needed stability for businesses, investors and the broader economy.
