Nat’l Tymes News Desk
THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) has renewed its pledge to push for a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable capital market as Ghana’s Fixed Income Market (GFIM) marks its 10th anniversary.
Speaking at the event, the Deputy Director General (DG) of the SEC said the new leadership is fully focused on supporting GFIM to enter a new phase of growth, with reforms designed to improve efficiency and boost investor confidence.
He noted that the Commission is working to streamline approval processes and strengthen regulatory support for market operators. These efforts, he said, form a key part of the implementation of the Capital Markets Master Plan, a long-term roadmap aimed at modernising market structures, improving liquidity, and broadening participation in both the debt and equity markets.
The Deputy DG also explained that the ongoing review of the Securities Industry Act is one of the clearest signs of the Commission’s determination to align Ghana’s regulatory framework with global standards.
Updating the law, he emphasized that it will enhance the SEC’s ability to supervise the market effectively, protect investors, and encourage innovation within the financial sector.
According to him, a stronger regulatory environment is essential for building a robust debt market that can serve as a reliable source of long-term capital for both government and private businesses.
This, he said, will help deepen the domestic market, reduce over-reliance on external borrowing, and create more opportunities for corporate financing.
Mr. Thompson added that the GFIM has played a critical role over the past decade in providing a transparent platform for trading government and corporate debt securities.
As Ghana works to stabilise and strengthen its economy, the next phase of GFIM’s evolution will be crucial in supporting fiscal reforms, attracting new investors, and expanding the country’s financial market infrastructure.
The Deputy DG called for stronger collaboration among all market players, including banks, brokers, institutional investors and policymakers, to ensure that the reforms deliver the expected results.
He said the SEC will continue to engage industry stakeholders, encourage innovation and champion reforms that promote market stability and growth.
The 10th anniversary of the GFIM brought together regulators, market operators and financial sector leaders to reflect on the progress made so far and outline new opportunities for expanding Ghana’s fixed-income market.
The SEC expressed confidence that with continued reforms and strong collaboration, Ghana’s capital market is on track to become more resilient and internationally competitive.
Source: Nationaltymes.com
