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shipping costs
Coverage of shipping costs in the Nexus archive.
- Ghana: Middle East Crisis Tests Ghana's Forex Resilience As Oil Import Bills Soar
Ghana is experiencing external challenges from rising oil prices and increased shipping costs due to Middle East geopolitical tensions. Standard Bank has reduced its 2026 current account surplus projection by $1 billion, mainly due to higher petroleum import costs, highlighting Ghana's vulnerability to global energy market fluctuations.
- Industry leaders looking to help local retailers: Study finds
Industry leaders are seeking to support local retailers, according to a study that highlights the financial challenges retailers face, including overhead, rent, utilities, manufacturing, and shipping costs.