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February 26, 2026
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Building cost inflation in Ghana falls to 3.9% in January – GSS
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Key Points
- Ghana's Prime Building Cost Index (PBCI) inflation rate dropped to 3.9% in January 2026, marking its ninth consecutive year-on-year decline.
- This represents a significant slowdown from 23.7% recorded in January 2025, indicating easing cost pressures in the construction sector.
- The monthly change rate was 1.1%, showing a modest increase but a steady overall decline in the inflationary trend.
- While overall costs eased, uneven pressures persist, with surface finishes and tiles recording high inflation, contrasting with declines in cement and reinforcement costs.
- The reduced inflation offers greater predictability for project budgeting, potential for more affordable housing, easier government capital expenditure management, and support for related industries.
Why This Matters
This decline in building cost inflation is crucial for Ghana as it provides greater predictability for construction projects, potentially leading to more affordable housing and easier management of government infrastructure spending. It also signals a supportive environment for growth in the real estate, manufacturing, and infrastructure development sectors, which are vital for national development and employment.
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