How to invest on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) ?
Introducing the Ghana stock Exchange
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is the national stock market for Ghana along with two other markets:
- The Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM) is the secondary market for fixed income securities and other securities to be determined from time to time – i.e. Government or Corporate bonds
- The Ghana Alternative Market (GAM) is a stock market specifying on growth. The market is dedicated to businesses in needed of capital at various stage of their development including startups on well-established companies.
GSE: Main facts
Governance
- Public company ltd, launched in 1991
- 9 members on Board
- Regulatory : SEC (Ghana)
Capitalization (GHS)
- Market: 64 Bn
- Domestic: 29 Bn
- # of issued shares : 46.7m
Market breakdown
- 36 listed companies
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- 29 on main market
- 6 listed on GAX
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Companies listed on GSE by industries
Which account fits you well ?
Standard trading account
With the standard trading account, you will directly manage the account by sending orders to the broker
This option is best for traders with great expertise and good market knowledge.
Starting order account
This option allows the broker to manages the account under the power of attorney given by the client. The broker cannot sell the securities without the consent of the client. Best for trading beginners.
Discretionary account
Finally with the discretionary account broker fully manages your account at the investor’s best interest.
The trader can buy and sell the securities on behalf of the client.
Who qualifies to invest on the GSE ?
A prospective investor on the Ghana Stock Exchange must open a securities account with a brokerage house prior to trading in securities. The process of opening an account is very simple and starts by making contact with a broker of your choice.
Invest on GSE: where to start ?
A prospective investor on the Ghana Stock Exchange must open a securities account with a brokerage house prior to trading in securities. The process of opening an account is very simple and starts by making contact with a broker of your choice.
How to trade on the GSE ?
Three steps to trade on GSE ?
1. Open a brokerage account
The first step is to create an account with us and submit your documents.
- Create an account and submit your documents
- The broker will run a verification procedure within 1-2 business days
- You receive an opening confirmation
2. Make a deposit
Once you have completed step 1, you can make your deposit using several payment options.
Available payment options are:
- Debit and credit cards
- Bank transfer and Money transfers
3. Start trading
Trading with us is very easy. You can either construct your own portfolio by picking your winning stocks or open an account with a broker
We will notify you when we receive the trade execution confirmation from the broker
Documents needed to open your account
Official ID
Passport, Voter Card National ID
or a Driver license
Residency
Proof of address
Such as utility bills and Bank details
Residency
Your recent Photo
Prefer the passport format