Ghana begins Over-The-Counter Market trading on the GSE [Video]

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has launched the Over-The-Counter Market trading targeted at rural banks and small and medium enterprises.

The move is a significant step towards expanding financial inclusion across the country.

The new product has created a platform for trading of securities that are not listed on the bourse.

The Managing Director of the GSE, Abena Amoah is confident that the product will support the growth of the capital market.

She called on small business owners to take advantage of the platform to seek affordable funding to expand their operations.

“We believe that as a stock market, this platform is needed to encourage small businesses and the community banks to raise funds and also for shareholders to offload shares smoothly.  This is a step in the right direction to support growth and expansion, “she said.

She explained that platform is part of the general master plan by the …