CBZ Holdings Records Over US$1.6M in Share Trading...

CBZ Holdings Records Over US$1.6M in Share Trading Liquidity

Audrey Galawu- Assistant Editor

CBZ Holdings Limited has recorded a total indicative share trading liquidity of US$1.63 million (ZWG$29.28 million) over the past 12 months ending June 5, 2025, according to the group’s interim financial disclosures.

On average, shares worth US$135,810 (ZWG$2.44 million) exchanged hands monthly, reflecting sustained investor activity despite prevailing macroeconomic volatility.

In its latest unaudited interim financial results for the half-year ended 31 March 2025, CBZ cited inflationary pressures and exchange rate instability as key challenges affecting operations and investor confidence.

“The operating environment remained volatile, characterized by a depreciating exchange rate and a resurgence in inflation. These macroeconomic challenges impacted both our operational costs and the behavior of our customer base,” the Group noted in its financial commentary.

Zimbabwe continues to battle rapid currency depreciation, with the Zimbabwe Gold losing considerable value in the first quarter of 2025.

This erosion, compounded by supply-side shocks and parallel market premiums, is reshaping the business environment for corporates, especially in the banking and financial services sector.

CBZ Holdings remains focused on enhancing its market resilience through diversified income streams and digital transformation.

“Our digitisation drive remains on course as we seek to build a future-ready financial institution. Investment in technology and digital platforms is expected to enhance efficiency and customer experience,” the Group reported.

Despite the economic turbulence, the bank reported continued strong investor interest on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange, underpinned by its brand equity and diversified portfolio. The share trading liquidity of over US$1.6 million indicates ongoing institutional and retail investor appetite, though slightly subdued compared to inflation-adjusted returns from alternative asset classes like real estate and gold.

CBZ also emphasized the importance of sound monetary policies to stabilise the market.

“We believe that macroeconomic stability—anchored on disciplined fiscal management and transparent foreign exchange frameworks—is critical to sustaining business growth and investor confidence,” reads part of the statement.