Capital Markets

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has officially unveiled the NSE Innovation Lab, a move that underscores the stock exchange’s commitment to driving digital transformation, increasing market participation, and positioning Kenya as Africa’s...

In a move that boosts the visibility of Kenyan equities for international investors, Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has added two Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed firms- CIC Insurance Group Plc and...

In a significant move to position Kenya as a global digital finance hub, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is in advanced discussions with major international technology companies dealing in virtual assets such...

Equity Group closed the week at an all-time high of KES 66.25 at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), on the back of solid Q3 2025 financial results.  During the NSE’s October 31,...

Members of Parliament have given the green light to the privatisation of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), where the government intends to sell a 65% stake in the company. The sessional paper...

Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) investors have seen remarkable growth in their portfolios in Q3 2025, with the value of all stocks soaring by more than KES 370B or more than 15% to...

NSE market activity for 25th September 2025 had the top gainer as KPLC P0004 which closed at a price of KES 4.51 and a daily change of 10%. It was then followed...

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has granted licenses to Kenyan fintech companies, Jipay Payment Solutions and Sycamore Capital Limited, as Intermediary Service Platform Providers (ISPPs).  Jipay Payment specializes in micro-savings solutions, helping...

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has granted licenses to four new players in a bid to bolster Kenya’s capital markets.  The new players are TPXM Global Kenya Limited, Point Forty Investment Advisory...

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has exempted NPRT Holdings Africa Limited from making a mandatory takeover offer regarding NPRT's proposed acquisition of 54.08% of Nation Media Group Plc's stake from its parent...

Agha Khan holds a majority of shares in 54.08% of the Nation Media Group (NMG), East Africa's largest media house.

Foreign investor participation at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) increased to an average of 46.88% in the second quarter of 2025. Relative to the same period last year, the participation by foreigners...

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has modified its trading rules regarding the minimum number of shares allowed for trading. The bourse removed the board lot of 100 shares after receiving approval from...

FCPA Wycliffe Shamiah, Chief Executive Officer of CMA, emphasized that collective investment schemes continue to attract robust interest, with total assets under management now exceeding KES 500 billion.

Fintrust’s entry into the ASD framework enables the firm to actively engage in bond trading on the NSE platform, aligning with efforts to enhance market liquidity, transparency, and investor inclusivity.

The Virtual Assets Service Providers Bill assigns the CMA primary responsibility for regulating virtual asset exchanges, brokers, investment providers, and digital token offerings.

This is a unique opportunity for young investors to learn about the operations of the stock market as they hone their investing skills.

In the second quarter of the year, more than half of commercial banks raised their lending rates to individuals and businesses, indicating an early impact of the Central Bank of Kenya's(CBK) accelerated approvals...

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) continues to appreciate the importance of collaboration and partnerships, as demonstrated by the MoUs signed with a number of institutions.