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Recent Research
10 November, 2024 Investment Reports
In December 2023, we released the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Mixed-Use Developments (MUDs) Report 2023 which highlighted that Mixed-Use Developments recorded an average rental yield of 8.4%, 1.3% points higher than the respective single-use themes which recorded an average rental yield of 7.1% in a similar period in 2023. The relatively better performance was mainly attributed to; i) heightened demand for prime locations attracting clients willing to pay premium rents, ii) strategic and prime locations of the developments with the capability to attract prospective clients, and, iii)) the area&r... 3 November, 2024 Investment Reports
Industry Report
During the week, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) released its Q2’2024 Quarterly Economic Review which highlighted the status and performance of Kenya’s economy during the period under review. The following were the key take outs from the report, with regard to the Real Estate and related sectors;
The year-on-year (y/y) gross loans advanced to the Real Estate sector increased by 1.4% to Kshs 502.0 bn, from Kshs 495.0 bn in Q2’2023. The advanced loans also represented a 0.6% quarter-on-quarter (q/q) increase from Kshs 500.0 bn realized in Q1’2024.... 27 October, 2024 Investment Reports
Industry Report
During the week, Hass Consult, a Kenyan consulting and Real Estate development firm, released its House Price Index Q3’2024 Report, focusing on the residential Real Estate sector's performance in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area (NMA). The following are the key take-outs from the report;
The average selling prices for all properties posted a 0.7% increase on a quarter-on-quarter (q/q) basis in Q3’2024, an improvement from a 1.1% decrease in Q3’2023. The performance can be linked to a 0.8% increase in detached house prices coupled with a... 20 October, 2024 Investment Reports
Following the release of the H1’2024 results by Kenyan insurance firms, the Cytonn Financial Services Research Team undertook an analysis on the financial performance of the listed insurance companies and the key factors that drove the performance of the sector. In this report, we assess the main trends in the sector, and areas that will be crucial for growth and stability going forward, seeking to give a view on which insurance firms are the most attractive and stable for investment. As a result, we shall address the following:
Insurance Penetration in Kenya,
Key Themes that Shaped... 13 October, 2024 Investment Reports
For 58 years, the Kenyan government has offered health insurance to its citizens through The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). The fund was established in 1966 through an act of parliament, with a core mandate of providing affordable medical insurance coverage to all Kenyans. However, years later, the state of public healthcare in the country remained below par, with inefficiencies that have led to repeated civil actions, inequality in health care provision, sub-par infrastructure, and a host of other challenges. In 2017, the Kenyan government made a strong commitment to achieve uni... 6 October, 2024 Investment Reports
Investment Updates:
Weekly Rates:
Cytonn Money Market Fund closed the week at a yield of 18.14% p.a while the Cytonn Money Market Fund (USD) closed the week at a yield of 7.23%. To invest, dial *809# or download the Cytonn App from Google Play store here or from the Appstore here;
We continue to offer Wealth Management Training every Monday, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The training aims to grow financial literacy among the general public. To register for any of our Wealth Management Trainings, click here;
If interested in our Private Wealth Management Training for your employees... 3 October, 2024 Investment Reports
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to meet on Tuesday, 8th October 2024, to review the outcome of its previous policy decisions and recent economic developments, and to decide on the direction of the Central Bank Rate (CBR). In their previous meeting held on 6th August 2024, the committee noted that they would closely monitor the impact of the policy measures taken, as well as developments in the global and domestic economy, and stood ready to reconvene earlier if necessary. Additionally, the MPC decided to cut the CBR by 25.0 bps citing that its previous interventions successfully cur... 29 September, 2024 Investment Reports
The private sector in Kenya plays a crucial role in the country's economic development, as improved access to private sector credit translates to real GDP growth in the country. Access to credit is essential for businesses to grow, innovate, and remain competitive; and understanding the current state of credit availability in Kenya's private sector is vital for identifying the gaps and opportunities for improvement. According to the latest data from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), credit extended to the private sector in Kenya registered a minimal 4.0% growth as of June 2024, highlighting a s... 22 September, 2024 Investment Reports
Investment Updates:
Weekly Rates:
Cytonn Money Market Fund closed the week at a yield of 18.18% p.a To invest, dial *809# or download the Cytonn App from Google Playstore here or from the Appstore here;
We continue to offer Wealth Management Training every Wednesday, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The training aims to grow financial literacy among the general public. To register for any of our Wealth Management Trainings, click here;
If interested in our Private Wealth Management Training for your employees or investment group, please get in touch with us through wmt@cyton... 15 September, 2024 Investment Reports
Following the release of the H1’2024 results by Kenyan listed banks, the Cytonn Financial Services Research Team undertook an analysis on the financial performance of the listed banks and identified the key factors that shaped the performance of the sector. For the earnings notes of the various banks, click the links below:
Equity Group H1’2024 Earnings Note
KCB Group H1’2024 Earnings Note
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya H1’2024 Earnings Note
ABSA Bank Kenya H1’2024 Earnings Note
NCBA Group H1’2024 Earnings Note
Co-operative Bank H1’2024 Earnings... Subscribe to our Weekly Updates
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