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  "id": 4490508,
  "title": "Outlook of Ghana’s external sector remains positive for second-half of 2026 – BoG",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/outlook-of-ghanas-external-sector-remains-positive-for-second-half-of-4490508",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-30T19:39:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
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    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/outlook-of-ghanas-external-sector-remains-positive-for-second-half-of-2026-bog/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The Bank of Ghana maintains a positive outlook for Ghana's external sector in the second half of 2026, despite global uncertainties. This optimism stems from strong export receipts, bolstered by safe-haven demand for gold and improved cocoa export conditions. However, the country's crude oil market faces vulnerability due to Middle Eastern developments, potentially leading to higher import costs. The trade balance for the first half of 2026 showed a surplus of US$8.81 billion, reflecting higher export earnings that surpassed the rise in imports. Gold exports surged by 49.0% to US$12.50 billion, while cocoa exports saw a modest increase to US$2.29 billion.",
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        "outlet": "Joy Business",
        "title": "Outlook of Ghana’s external sector remains positive for second-half of 2026 – BoG",
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        "published": "2026-08-30T19:39:53.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}