Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Feb 27, 2008	NSE will be most Volatile in 2008
Crisis It is now evident that if the current political crisis is not resolved as soon as possible the NSE that is often the barometer of economic growth is in for the most volatile period with suppressed activity despite entry of foreign investors into the market. Facts Since the year began,...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Sep 11, 2007	Kenya Diaspora Indispensable in Development
Remittance home The Kenyan government has been courting kenyan investors abroad thanks to their pivotal role in economic recovery strategy through direct investments and economic development. Their role in development is crucial in replenishing the national coffers through their...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Oct 8, 2007	NSE Amidst Electioneering Frenzy
Kenya is one of the few countries in the world that has the uncanny knack of being gripped by election fever from one election through to the next national polls due to politicking amogst its leaders. Big Investors Traditionally the big-time investors take a wait-and-see stance during an...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Oct 18, 2007	Foreign Investors Back with a Bang
Foreigners Flock NSE Despite the recent jitters about the stock market that saw various politicians make remarks about the stock market, indications are ripe that foreign investors are not shying away from the Nairobi Stock Exchange. Infact over the last few weeks insiders have it that foreign...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Dec 21, 2007	The Allure of NSE Growth Despite Electioneering Politics
20-share Index It is noteworhty that the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) came from an earlier 10% plunge this year to exploit one of its most prosperous years of the decade with the 20-Share Index, rising to above 6,000 points at one point.The phenomenal growth of the 20-share index, a reflection...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Aug 21, 2007	Revealed: Kenya's Exclusive Clubs
In Kenya there are many 'clubs' that are often deemed as only for members who have paid the joining fee. These 'clubs' are widespread and any new member intending to join must adhere to the strict guidelines and stringent rules set by those already with membership. These rules sometimes are...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Aug 22, 2007	Investor Education and Protection Key Amidst NSE Growth
Growth: The Nairobi Stock Exchange has grown by leaps and bounds in market capitalization and number of listed firms thanks to an increased Offers For Sale by private and public companies including Kengen, Scangroup, Eveready, AccessKenya, Kenya Re and Mumias Secondary offer . Alongside...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Aug 23, 2007	Africa Capital Markets; Which Way Forward
Immense Growth: The last decade has witnessed a rapid and immense growth amongst the African Stock markets in terms of market capitalization, listed firms, available equities, bonds and debt instruments listed, number of investors and brokers, innovative financial products that have enhanced...... [view]

Posted By:  Kip Posted On:  Aug 27, 2007	CMA: A Toothless Bulldog in Hibernation
Capital markets developments: The budgetary estimates laid down during the financial year 2007/08 spelt out the following developments as far as the capital markets is concerned: • The percentage of IPOs reserved for East African residents has been increased from 25% to 40%. • Dividends...... [view]

Posted By:  catthu Posted On:  Aug 14, 2007	Happy day =D
Today is probably one of the happiest day of my summer break. I don't know why, it's just a normal day at home after coming back from ACCESS, a lazy day (well, not actually...)But I've got happy Small Things. Maybe those are what make it memorable altogether. I'm starting my chemistry-physics...... [view]

Posted By:  catthu Posted On:  Aug 12, 2007	Trapped
Please, teach me how to be frank and to only tell the truth. Show me that and not insult anyone. But please reassure me that lies are not detestable, for I myself tell lies, as every does. Let me laugh at flowery speeches and reluctant smiles, loud applause behind which mocking eyes eye. Let me...... [view]