Africa-Press – Ghana. GCB Bank PLC has set a new industry standard by surpassing the GHS3 billion profitability mark.
This further strengthens its positioning as a resilient and ever-evolving market leader focused on delivering true value to its stakeholders.
A statement issued in Accra by the Bank said it recorded an industry-first Profit Before Tax (PBT) of GHS3.2 billion, representing a 67.4 percent year-on-year increase as well as another industry first of GHS6.3 billion operating income, dominating the industry across various key metrics including deposits, loans and total assets.
“It is the first time any bank has achieved these milestones,” it said.
Farihan Alhassan, Managing Director of GCB Bank, said “crossing the GHS3 billion profit threshold is a significant milestone for the Bank.”
He said it reflected years of disciplined execution, a clear strategic direction, and the continued trust of our customers.
He said while taking note of the progress, they remain focused on building a stronger and more resilient institution.
“Our priority is to sustain this momentum by deepening our customer relationships, diversifying our earnings and maintaining prudent risk management in a changing operating environment,” he added.
He emphasised that the results highlighted the strength of collaboration across the institution.
“This achievement reflects the power of collaboration within and between our teams. It also underscores the success of our people’s agenda and our deliberate investment in talent, culture, and performance excellence with a heightened drive by leadership to set new frontiers,” he said.
The Managing Director said GCB Bank’s Financial Year 2025 performance also demonstrated its continued commitment to contributing meaningfully to Ghana’s socio-economic development.
He said through sustained support to key sectors of the economy, including SMEs, agriculture, trade and infrastructure, the Bank continued to play a pivotal role in national growth and resilience.
Mr Alhassan said the results therefore reflected the Bank’s deliberate focus on aligning its growth with national priorities, ensuring that its financial strength translates into tangible impact for businesses, communities and the broader economy while also fostering inclusive and sustainable economic progress across Ghana.
“Our industry-first performance is not just about financial outcomes.
It also reflects a deliberate commitment to our broader agenda of driving significant and continuous impact on Ghana’s economy,” he added.
He said the Bank’s success could also be attributed to its deep-rooted understanding of the local market.
With over seven decades of experience and a strong nationwide presence, GCB Bank continues to leverage its insights into customer needs and market dynamics to deliver relevant and innovative financial solutions to its teeming customers who cut across all demographic groups within the country.
Looking ahead, GCB Bank, remains focused on sustaining its growth trajectory by strengthening its digital capabilities, deepening customer relationships, expanding its support for businesses and communities across Ghana and beyond while maintaining the momentum generated by the deliberate leadership drive across its teams.
