Accra, October 13, 2026 — Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC has reported a 10 per cent increase in profit after tax to GH¢320 million for the first half of 2026, reaffirming its focus on sustainable growth and long-term shareholder value.
The bank disclosed the performance at its 2026 Facts Behind the Figures stakeholder engagement session at the Ghana Stock Exchange, attended by investors, brokers, fund managers, regulators and media representatives.
The engagement provided an overview of the bank’s full-year 2025 results and first-half 2026 performance, alongside its strategy for strengthening growth, managing risk and delivering sustainable returns to shareholders.
Standard Chartered Ghana Records Strong Returns in 2025
In 2025, Standard Chartered Bank Ghana achieved a return on equity of 28 per cent, while earnings per share increased to GH¢5.97 from GH¢5.31 in 2024.
In line with its financial performance, the bank declared a total dividend payout of GH¢673.48 million at its 2025 Annual General Meeting.
Its balance sheet also expanded by 15 per cent during 2025, with the bank reporting that it continued to meet all regulatory and capital requirements.
The results underline the bank’s emphasis on maintaining financial resilience, disciplined capital allocation and sustainable shareholder returns.
Bank Outlines Strategy for Sustainable Growth
For the first half of 2026, Standard Chartered Ghana recorded total revenue of GH¢798 million, while profit after tax increased by 10 per cent to GH¢320 million.
The bank attributed its approach to a distinctive international operating framework supported by regulatory standards, global expertise and disciplined risk management. These factors inform its business decisions, capital allocation and approach to growth.
Building on its recent performance, the bank outlined a strategy centred on combining its cross-border capabilities with wealth management expertise to connect clients to international investment and growth opportunities.
Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, said the bank remained focused on maximising its competitive advantages while taking advantage of market opportunities.
“We will continue to maximise our strongest competitive advantages while harnessing market opportunities to accelerate growth. As a super-connector bank, we will leverage our international network and cross-border capabilities to connect corporates, financial institutions and individuals to some of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly growing markets,” he said.
Albert Larweh Asante, Chief Financial Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, said the bank’s performance reflected the strength of its balance sheet and its disciplined approach to risk management and capital allocation.
“Our resilient performance reflects the strength of our balance sheet and our disciplined approach to risk management and capital allocation. We remain focused on driving sustainable income growth, maintaining operational efficiency and delivering long-term value for our shareholders,” he stated.
Standard Chartered Invests GH¢4.6m in Youth Empowerment
Beyond its financial results, Standard Chartered Ghana highlighted its sustainability and social impact initiatives, including investments in youth empowerment and climate action.
In 2025, the bank invested GH¢4.6 million in youth empowerment through the Standard Chartered Foundation. The initiative focused on disadvantaged young people, particularly young women and persons with disabilities, through employability and entrepreneurship support.
The bank also mobilised $30.5 million in climate finance for Ghana through a $200 million World Bank Clean Cooking Outcome Bond.
According to the bank, the initiative benefited 1.3 million people and helped reduce emissions by more than 1.8 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, demonstrating the potential of carbon finance to support environmental and social impact at scale.
Standard Chartered Marks 130 Years in Ghana
The 2026 engagement came as Standard Chartered marked 130 years of uninterrupted operations in Ghana.
The bank reaffirmed its commitment to the country’s socioeconomic development through support for businesses, trade, investment and infrastructure financing across different sectors of the economy.
Standard Chartered Ghana also highlighted its role in connecting businesses and individuals to international markets while supporting their financial and investment ambitions.
Listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange since 1991, the bank continues to position sustainable growth, strong financial management and long-term shareholder value at the centre of its strategy.
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