The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has, by a majority decision, reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 18% to 15.5%, marking its first policy decision of 2026.<\/p>\n
Dr. Johnson Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, announced the decision during a press briefing at Bank Square on Wednesday, January 28, following the 128th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting.<\/p>\n
The cut follows a significant 350-basis-point reduction in November 2025, when the MPR was lowered from 21.5% to 18% in response to easing inflationary pressures.<\/p>\n
With the latest reduction of 250 basis points, the central bank is signaling continued support for growth while maintaining a cautious approach to price stability.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe committee voted to lower the monetary policy rate by 250 basis points to 15.5%. We will continue to monitor developments closely and take appropriate policy actions as necessary,\u201d Dr. Asiama said.<\/p>\n
The governor explained that the decision reflects anticipated improvements in key macroeconomic indicators both domestically and globally.<\/p>\n
He emphasized that the Bank of Ghana remains committed to a measured and forward-looking policy stance to balance economic growth with inflation management.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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