The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) plans to raise KSh50 billion in August through a tap sale of reopened infrastructure bonds. These bonds, initially issued in 2023, are 6.5-year and 17-year terms with remaining maturities of 5.8 years and 15.7 years, respectively. They offer tax-free returns, with coupon rates of 17.93% for the 6.5-year bond…
Moody’s Downgrade: A Wake-Up Call for Kenya Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Kenya’s credit rating from B3 to Caa1 after the Finance Bill 2024 failed to pass. This bill aimed to increase government revenue but was abandoned due to public opposition and concerns about its economic impact. As a result, Kenya’s fiscal deficit is projected to…
The Kenyan shilling has made significant gains against the US dollar this year, appreciating by 17.8% from January to June. This growth reflects a combination of favorable market conditions, increased foreign exchange inflows, and investor confidence. Weekly Performance and Key Drivers In the past week, the shilling strengthened by 1.06%, closing at 128.66 from the…
