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By Tahnia Oginga Investing is an art that requires a strategic approach to balance risk and return. One key principle in constructing a robust investment portfolio is achieving the right balance between bonds and equities. This harmonious blen...

Bonds Fever: The Movement of Funds From Equities to Bonds

by Tahnia Oginga In a financial twist that has the Kenyan markets, a capital shift from equities to bonds took centerstage. Over the past week, the equities market witnessed a significant net fo...

Shifting Kenyan Shilling Dynamics

By Teddy Irungu The recent issuance of the Kenyan 7-year Eurobond, which garnered $1.5 billion at a 9.75% interest rate and a 10.375% yield, has alleviated concerns in the market regarding a pot...

Understanding Retirement Benefits Schemes

Introduction As you make the critical decision to save for your retirement, it’s essential to understand the different types of funds/schemes that are in the retirement benefits sector. This und...

Tips as you begin your investment journey

The only way to make money work for you is by investing it instead of setting it aside in a conventional saving account or anywhere else where it’s not generating returns. So here are a few guideli...

Three ways to take charge of your personal finances

Whether you want to build better financial management skills, get out of the quicksand of recurrent debts, or save for actualizing that financial dream, you may require some work and help to achiev...

Factors to Consider When Planning for Your Retirement

Planning for retirement is essential and should be considered by all and sundry. While retirement may seem a long way off, it’s never too early to start planning for the future. It’s crucial to dev...

Saving for Retirement is a Non-negotiable. Here’s Why.

One thing that the Covid-19 pandemic has put to the test is our financial preparedness for uncertain times. Many people have suffered job losses and have had to come to terms with reduced income...

Share Buybacks – Good, Bad?

The Capital Markets Authority has published for public comments . The guidelines are meant to detail and give effect to the Companies Act 2015 that provides for general directions for share buyback...

Why forex trading is like learning to ride a bike.

Do you remember when you were young, and like most, you got your first bike with training wheels? A tricycle. Do you remember how excited you were that now you could go faster than running would al...