Clients praise Standard Chartered’s 2025 Market Outlook as top choice for wealth and investment

Standard Chartered Bank’s recent Market Outlook event has garnered high praise from clients who attended the forum in Ghana, with many considering it to be the leading wealth and investment gathering in the country.

Held at the prestigious Kempinski Hotel in Accra, the event brought together a diverse group of individuals looking for clarity, strategic advice, and expert insight to guide their financial decision-making processes. This year’s event, themed “Playing Your Trump Card,” aimed to provide clients with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the ever-changing global market landscape.

Clarity, strategy, and guidance are essential when it comes to making well-informed financial decisions, and Standard Chartered Bank delivered on all fronts at the 2025 Global Market Outlook. The event was designed to equip clients with the necessary tools and information to empower them to make informed decisions that align with their financial goals and objectives.

In addition to hosting the Market Outlook event, Standard Chartered Bank has recently made significant appointments within its organization. Cynthia Anne Lumor was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Board of the Bank, effective October 21, 2024. With Lumor’s wealth of experience in business leadership and transformation, her addition to the Board brings a fresh perspective and innovative approach to Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC.

Furthermore, Standard Chartered Bank continues to champion diversity and inclusion in business with the unveiling of the winners of the Cohort 4 Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator programme. The bank awarded a total of GH₵936,000 in grants to six exceptional women-led businesses, showcasing its commitment to supporting and empowering women in the tech industry.

The bank’s dedication to supporting its shareholders was further demonstrated by its resilient performance in 2023, resulting in an ordinary dividend per share of GH₵2.9454 and a total payout of GH₵397 million to ordinary shareholders, as well as GH₵3 million to preference shareholders. This financial success highlights the bank’s commitment to providing value to its shareholders and ensuring long-term sustainability.

In conclusion, Standard Chartered Bank’s recent Market Outlook event has solidified its position as a leader in wealth and investment forums in Ghana. With expert guidance, strategic advice, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the bank continues to empower its clients to make informed financial decisions that align with their goals and objectives. The recent appointments and accolades received by the bank further demonstrate its dedication to excellence and innovation in the financial industry.