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Business News of Monday, 30 September 2024

    

Source: Joy News

We’ve gone back to basics, targeting SMEs, corporate sectors to grow rapidly – Republic Bank MD

MD Benjamin Dzoboku pledged to pay dividends by 2026 MD Benjamin Dzoboku pledged to pay dividends by 2026

Republic Bank PLC is committed to expanding its operations in the SME sector, mortgages, and corporate services to support Ghana’s economy.

In 2023, the bank posted a profit of GH¢145 million, a significant recovery from a GH¢61 million loss in 2022.

Interest income grew by 56%, while non-performing loans reduced to 15.9%, below the industry average. The bank's loan portfolio also expanded by 24%.

At its 33rd Annual General Meeting, MD Benjamin Dzoboku pledged to pay dividends by 2026.

Republic Bank recorded zero cases of cyber fraud in 2023, highlighting its strong internal controls.

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