Group 1 - The Bank of Ghana is set to implement comprehensive reforms in its gold purchasing operations starting January 2026, aimed at improving efficiency, simplifying processes, and enhancing pricing and operational efficiency in the Domestic Gold Purchase Program (DGPP) [1] - The DGPP has become a strategic mechanism for Ghana to build international reserves and maintain currency stability, allowing the country to acquire significant foreign exchange without incurring additional debt [2] - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted financial risks associated with the DGPP, estimating that losses from artisanal and small-scale gold trading could reach $214 million by September 2025, representing about 0.2% of Ghana's GDP [2] Group 2 - GoldBod, the main gold aggregation body, was established in March 2025 with a revolving fund of $279 million from the government to support the procurement of 3 tons of gold weekly, exceeding its export target of 100 tons for 2025 and generating over $10 billion in foreign exchange [3] - GoldBod reported over $8 billion in foreign exchange revenue from January to October 2025, nearly double the total of $4.61 billion for the entire year of 2024 [3] - The Bank of Ghana has stated that the reported losses are speculative and that audited financial statements will be released next year, following concerns raised by the IMF regarding the sustainability of the DGPP [3]
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Shang Wu Bu Wang Zhan·2025-12-30 17:25