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Disenfranchised and bruised by a decade with little to no listings and falling share prices, many investors have chosen to stay out of the NSE and do not regard the stock market as a place to make money, but can one still make a return? Standard Investment Bank (SIB) Snr. Research Associate Wesley Manambo takes on the dilemma.

Disenfranchised and bruised by a decade with little to no listings and falling share prices, many investors have chosen to stay out of the NSE and do not regard the stock market as a place to make money, but can one still make a return? Standard Investment Bank (SIB) Snr. Research Associate Wesley Manambo takes on the dilemma.

The sweet returns on MMFs, bonds and fixed deposits have reached their peaks as interest rates move lower. IC Asset Managers Economist Churchill Ogutu discusses what a lower return means for your investment and how to navigate falling interest rates

The sweet returns on MMFs, bonds and fixed deposits have reached their peaks as interest rates move lower. IC Asset Managers Economist Churchill Ogutu discusses what a lower return means for your investment and how to navigate falling interest rates

Money market funds (MMFs) and other unit trusts are booming, with over 1.2 million Kenyans investing and more than Sh254 billion in assets under management. But what makes these pooled investments like these so attractive? Investment advisor Belinda Kiplimo breaks it down—exploring how unit trusts work and the role of fund managers.

Money market funds (MMFs) and other unit trusts are booming, with over 1.2 million Kenyans investing and more than Sh254 billion in assets under management. But what makes these pooled investments like these so attractive? Investment advisor Belinda Kiplimo breaks it down—exploring how unit trusts work and the role of fund managers.

Are government securities truly risk free? Nearly Sh800 billion of Kenya’s Sh5.5 trillion government domestic debt is held by individual investors. With such significant exposure, concerns about a potential government payment default are becoming increasingly relevant. Despite the high returns offered by government bonds—outperforming all other asset classes—are we overlooking the risks? Have we i...

Are government securities truly risk free? Nearly Sh800 billion of Kenya's Sh5.5 trillion government domestic debt is held by individual investors. With such significant exposure, concerns about a potential government payment default are becoming increasingly relevant. Despite the high returns offered by government bonds—outperforming all other asset classes—are we overlooking the risks? Have we i...

Pursue a postgraduate degree? Start a business? Invest? Juggling unlimited needs and goals with limited resources creates a challenging dilemma, where every choice carries an opportunity cost. Economist and lecturer at St Paul’s University, Edward Kusewa, delves into the intricacies of investments amidst this very dilemma.

Pursue a postgraduate degree? Start a business? Invest? Juggling unlimited needs and goals with limited resources creates a challenging dilemma, where every choice carries an opportunity cost. Economist and lecturer at St Paul's University, Edward Kusewa, delves into the intricacies of investments amidst this very dilemma.

In this episode of Make Money podcast, we delve into the pros and cons of consumer credit through the lens of the Buy Now Pay Later movement. We discuss this trend, which has gained popularity in the purchase of electronics and consumer durables, with Lipa Later Country Manager, Claudine Gakundi.

In this episode of Make Money podcast, we delve into the pros and cons of consumer credit through the lens of the Buy Now Pay Later movement. We discuss this trend, which has gained popularity in the purchase of electronics and consumer durables, with Lipa Later Country Manager, Claudine Gakundi.

Personal wealth is not just about your bulging bank accounts and a portfolio of assets held. Your networks make not only for new currency but also your net worth. In this episode of Make Money podcast, we speaks to ‘the Queen of Networking’ Sarah Karingi on how to build your networking currency.

Personal wealth is not just about your bulging bank accounts and a portfolio of assets held. Your networks make not only for new currency but also your net worth. In this episode of Make Money podcast, we speaks to 'the Queen of Networking' Sarah Karingi on how to build your networking currency.

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. As the African saying goes, walking the investment journey in a fraternity pays higher dividends than doing it yourself. From diversification to shared insights, the collective intelligence of a group can take your investment strategy to new heights. Nancy Matimu, the Managing Director and CEO at Serrari Group, an EdTech ce...

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. As the African saying goes, walking the investment journey in a fraternity pays higher dividends than doing it yourself. From diversification to shared insights, the collective intelligence of a group can take your investment strategy to new heights. Nancy Matimu, the Managing Director and CEO at Serrari Group, an EdTech ce...

Jobs will more often than not be definitive enablers to individuals financial outcomes and goals. However, navigating careers isn't a straight line; transfers, redundancies, boredom and dissatisfaction always lurk in the shadows. Careers coach Liz Uimbia speaks on navigating a topsy-turvy careers world

Jobs will more often than not be definitive enablers to individuals financial outcomes and goals. However, navigating careers isn't a straight line; transfers, redundancies, boredom and dissatisfaction always lurk in the shadows. Careers coach Liz Uimbia speaks on navigating a topsy-turvy careers world

Bank credit, while crucially important for economic activity and growth in the private sector, has often been shunned, with many choosing to avoid it except for emergencies.  In this week's episode of the Make Money podcast, Grace Muamba, a Regional Manager at Absa Bank Kenya, explores the merits of credit, guides on when to consider it, and offers insights on how to steer clear of bad credit...

Bank credit, while crucially important for economic activity and growth in the private sector, has often been shunned, with many choosing to avoid it except for emergencies.  In this week's episode of the Make Money podcast, Grace Muamba, a Regional Manager at Absa Bank Kenya, explores the merits of credit, guides on when to consider it, and offers insights on how to steer clear of bad credit...

Finding a secondary income has proved to be a hedge against reducing disposable income and lower net pay as inflation and increased salary deductions take a toll on workers. Nearly half of Kenyans are seeking additional employment opportunities and income sources to cope with the hard economic times. A recent Infotrak poll put the number at 45 percent of Kenyans. In this episode of the Make Money...

Finding a secondary income has proved to be a hedge against reducing disposable income and lower net pay as inflation and increased salary deductions take a toll on workers. Nearly half of Kenyans are seeking additional employment opportunities and income sources to cope with the hard economic times. A recent Infotrak poll put the number at 45 percent of Kenyans. In this episode of the Make Money...

Geopolitical risks, external shocks and domestic concerns will continue defining the investment landscape in 2024. However, pockets of opportunities remain for deft investors. On this episode of the Make Money Podcast, Wesley Manambo, a Research Analyst at Standard Investment Bank discusses 2024 investment opportunities.

Geopolitical risks, external shocks and domestic concerns will continue defining the investment landscape in 2024. However, pockets of opportunities remain for deft investors. On this episode of the Make Money Podcast, Wesley Manambo, a Research Analyst at Standard Investment Bank discusses 2024 investment opportunities.

‘If you can’t measure it you can’t manage it’. Building healthy money habits will often means you dictate where your money goes and not let the money do the dictating. But, it's not just about restricting yourself; it's about making your money work for you! On this episode of the Make Money podcast, Amos Ngahu, a Financial Coach and founder of the Money Clinic shares his tip and tricks on tracking...