Graphic Business, First National Bank host X Dialogue on budget implications

In a significant effort to demystify the 2025 budget and its implications for the business community, the Graphic Business newspaper in partnership with First National Bank, will host an X dialogue at 10:00 a.m. on March 13, 2025.

The dialogue, which will be based on "2025 Budget: What's in it for You and Your Business," aims to provide practical insights into how the fiscal policies outlined in the recently released budget will impact enterprises and individuals across the economic spectrum.

The dialogue brings together a distinguished panel of experts, including the Head of Global Market at First National Bank, Kofi Pianim, who will offer perspectives on how the budget affects financial markets and banking services.

His insights will be particularly valuable for businesses seeking to understand changing financial landscapes in light of new fiscal measures, especially regarding funding opportunities available in the new financial year.

Economist and Dean of the University Of Cape Coast School Of Business, Professor John Gatsi, will bring academic rigor and policy analysis to the discussion.

His background in economic theory and business education positions him to evaluate the budget's alignment with broader economic development goals and business growth strategies, helping listeners understand how to position their businesses for success in this new fiscal environment.

Complementing the panel is Lesley Dwight Mensah, an Economist from the Institute of Fiscal Studies, whose expertise in fiscal policy analysis will help demystify the technical aspects of budget allocations, particularly the tax reforms that have been introduced. His participation ensures that independent policy analysis of these critical changes will be a key component of the dialogue.
 

Timing

The timing of this dialogue is particularly critical as businesses and individuals grapple with understanding how to navigate the economic landscape shaped by the 2025 budget.

Many stakeholders have expressed confusion or concern about specific provisions that could affect their operations, making this platform an essential opportunity for clarification and strategic planning to stay ahead of the curve.

For business owners, the dialogue presents an opportunity to gain insights that could inform investment decisions, operational adjustments, and strategic planning for the coming fiscal year.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) which often lack resources for comprehensive budget analysis, stand to benefit significantly from the condensed expertise that will be shared, helping them to unlock new growth opportunities.

 
Tax adjustment

Individuals will also find value in understanding how tax adjustments, social welfare provisions, and economic growth projections outlined in the budget might affect their personal finances and employment prospects.

The dialogue's focus on making economic policy accessible to the average person marks a departure from the typically esoteric nature of budget discussions.

Listeners can expect in-depth analyses of key budget provisions such as tax reforms, sector-specific allocations, infrastructure investments and fiscal consolidation measures.

The practical implications of these policies for business operations, compliance requirements, and market opportunities will likely dominate the discussion, giving participants actionable insights to implement immediately.

As the business community prepares for implementation of the 2025 budget provisions, this dialogue stands as a timely intervention to bridge the gap between policy formulation and practical application.