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IS THE NAIROBI STOCK EXCHANGE TURNING INTO A “CASINO”?

April 2, 2025 Comments Off on IS THE NAIROBI STOCK EXCHANGE TURNING INTO A “CASINO”?

The Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) is witnessing a surge in speculative trading, with small-cap and underperforming stocks skyrocketing by over 105% in value. But is this genuine market growth or just high-stakes gambling? 🤔

Speculative trading, driven by hype, insider movements, and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), is reshaping how investors approach the NSE. While some traders are cashing in, others are left with heavy losses as prices crash. Are we witnessing a market boom or a bubble waiting to burst

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HOW KRA AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ARE PIVOTAL TOWARDS SUPPORT OF LOCAL BUSINESSES

February 18, 2025 Comments Off on HOW KRA AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ARE PIVOTAL TOWARDS SUPPORT OF LOCAL BUSINESSES

In Kenya, two key sectors, KRA (Kenya Revenue Authority) and financial institutions, play a vital role in fostering local business sustainability and growth. While banks often report high profits, many other sectors struggle with stagnation, reduced profits, and higher losses. This disparity has sparked discussions on the imbalance between the performance of banks and other industries. Both positive and negative feedback emerged from reflecting on the relationship between these sectors, highlighting the need for more synchronized support to benefit all parts of the economy.

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ARE YOU SELF-EMPLOYED, A BUSINESS PERSON OR ENTREPRENEUR?

February 18, 2025 Comments Off on ARE YOU SELF-EMPLOYED, A BUSINESS PERSON OR ENTREPRENEUR?

The terms self-employed, business person, and entrepreneur are often used interchangeably, but they represent distinct roles with different characteristics and approaches to the business environment. Understanding these differences is crucial for recognizing how each contributes to economic dynamics.

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THE MOTOR INDUSTRY FACING THE ECONOMIC SHOCKS OR IS IT A CASE OF FAILING TO ADOPT?

January 23, 2025 Comments Off on THE MOTOR INDUSTRY FACING THE ECONOMIC SHOCKS OR IS IT A CASE OF FAILING TO ADOPT?

The public notices issued by CMC over the winding up of operations was sad news and a bitter pill to swallow for many of us. This is the sad and unfortunate reality of many companies where they have to make a decision on whether to keep fighting or to throw in the towel! The sad news comes at the backdrop of another notice issued last year by Mobius, but fortunately, they were saved by a “mysterious investor”. There is not much that has been said since then about Mobius.

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CMA Restricts Company Secretaries to Three Listed Firms

January 8, 2025 Comments Off on CMA Restricts Company Secretaries to Three Listed Firms

To enhance corporate governance, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has introduced a cap limiting company secretaries to serving a maximum of three listed firms concurrently. This policy aims to mitigate risks associated with overcommitment and strengthen governance practices across Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)-listed companies.

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KQ Shares Resume Trading on the NSE After Five-Year Suspension

January 6, 2025 Comments Off on KQ Shares Resume Trading on the NSE After Five-Year Suspension

The trading of Kenya Airways (KQ) shares on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) resumed on Monday morning, marking the end of a five-year suspension. The markets regulator lifted the freeze following significant improvements in the airline’s performance and the withdrawal of plans to nationalize the carrier.