Global ratings agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded Ghana’s sovereign credit rating to “B” from B- citing improved fiscal discipline, stronger economic growth and progress in debt restructuring.
The upgrade reflects growing confidence in the West African nation’s recovery efforts after years of economic pressure that strained public finances and external stability.
According to Fitch, Ghana’s fiscal consolidation measures have helped boost real GDP growth, ease inflationary pressures, and strengthen international reserves, reducing external liquidity risks.
The agency also noted that ongoing reforms and improved public financial management are expected to support continued economic stability in the medium term.
Ghana’s economy, driven by gold, oil and cocoa exports, has shown signs of resilience, with inflation easing for 15 consecutive months before a slight uptick in April due to global and regional price pressures.
Fitch projects that Ghana’s public debt will continue to decline, potentially falling to around 46% of GDP by 2027, while growth is expected to remain steady through the same period.
The outlook on the country remains positive, with analysts pointing to sustained fiscal discipline and improving macroeconomic fundamentals.
The upgrade follows similar positive assessments from other rating agencies, signaling renewed optimism about Ghana’s economic trajectory after a turbulent period.
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