Kenyan Wallstreet

Kenya's COVID debt would receive more public support if the funds could be accounted for, and have visible impact to people and small businesses. While IMF loans are receiving backlash, they are cheaper alternatives to other lenders,and serves as a form of refinancing. There is the option of the government selling its stake on listed companies, which will generate upwards of Ksh 800 billion. The d...

Equity Bank's share dipped by 8.29% after the bank failed to declare a dividend. This, however, is a short term reaction given its strong financials and picking digitization strategy. The MPC is likely to maintain status-quo interest rates, as reducing the rates would not favour banks as much as it would favour borrowers. NCBA reported a 41% profit decline with a significant hit in earnings per sh...

In this episode, the Kenyan Wallstreet and HIsa Team talk about how the new movement restrictions in response to COVID-19 are necessary to protect lives but highly inconsiderate for businesses facing high taxation and students who just resumed schools. While Safaricom's 5G's launch means well for the future, it was a rushed decision, given that as of last year, only 16% of mobile devices countrywi...

Esther Ndeti shares her experience transitioning from a business founder to an Executive Director at EAVCA, a representative organization for private equity and venture capital funds in East Africa. She also talks about Kenya's venture capital space compared to other African countries, her experience with women in VC in East Africa, gender representation in both funding and startups, and the impor...

HF is up by 9.94% after Britam announced plans to sells part of its stake in the business to a bank, which could help its long term recovery depending on the buying bank. However, the rally is driven by speculation as the details of the transactions are still in the works. Parliament has halted the bill seeking to nationalize KQ, which faced numerous challenges last year because of the pandemic li...

Fuel prices are on aiming for the moon, banks have reported less profit and Tanzania lost a sitting president. Listen to the team explain why the high prices are not a tax issue as most of us think, shed light at the end of the dark tunnel of COVID hit banks, say a word about the late Magufuli, and write their wishlist for Samia Suluhu.

In February 2021, Uncovered Fund launched a $15 million fund to invest in early-stage startups in Africa. Ally Mwakaneno talks to CEO of Uncovered Fund CEO Takuma Terakubo on why they chose Africa, their areas of interest and why he started the venture capital.

In this episode, the Kenyan Wallstreet and Hisa Team discuss how foreign investors are exiting local markets, hoping that banking sector results will turn the tide. We are likely to see an increase in bond buying, which will reduce interest rates after the stimulus check caused asset price inflation. Investors fear that the next stimulus check will fuel inflation, hence outflows from emerging mark...

In this episode, the squad discusses KRA's demand for Ksh 73 million in taxes from Mobius Motors, what to expect in NMG"s stock after results announcements, what the Flutterwave unicorn means for African startups, and how NFT's could benefit digital creators. 

Stanbic's income dropped by 18.6% to Ksh 5.2 billion with a notable reduction in net interest income, which fell by 4.8% while loan loss provisions rose by 54% following reliefs and restructured due to  COVID-19. However, the bank grew its deposits, loans and investments. There are 18 profit warnings, with more expected to come.  The banking sector is expected to be more resilient compar...

Eva Mattheeussen, HR Head at DHL Global Forwarding MEA and Global Project Lead of 'Women at DHL Global Forwarding talks about how the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected women differently in their careers, the journey to achieving 1 out of 3 women in the leadership Boards, the Women in DHL initiative and where she imagines gender diversity in 5 years. She also shares her experiences on internal network...

In this episode, the squad analyzes the impact of the Minimum taxes on manufacturers and startups, takes stock of the lowering business confidence in the country and explains why Tanzania's economy outgrew peers in the EAC in 2020. It also looks at what Google's new privacy push means for advertisers and how Square is leveraging creators in the new Tidal Acquisition. 

Kenya Power's rising financial costs are expected to be higher in FY2021. Its operating expenses for FY2020 ate up all its gross profit.  We are still watching how EAPC's restructuring will mean for the company but hopes are low whereas there is hope for the long term prospects for Unga Limited despite blows from higher commodity prices and high finance costs.  Foreign investors are taki...

In this episode, the squad discusses KenGen, KPLC and Unga Limited's results and discusses what the Nation Media Group 10% ordinary share buyback means for investors. NMG's paywalled platform is still in its early stages, with a lot of room to grow to offer sustainable revenue. The Bank of Ghana's sandbox will benefit startups in the country, opening a window for players in the blockchain, and by...

The crux of financial literacy in Kenya and Africa will be when organizations use the widespread internet and mobile penetration to educate young people on creating financial freedom, understanding taxes and fees and exploring different avenues of investment. Brian Myers and Hisa CEO Eric Asuma talk about harnessing social media to grow financial literacy, navigating high risk and high return inve...

In this episode, Hisa Chief Financial Analyst Felix Ochieng discusses the performance of different Indices, global markets, and top counters for the previous week. Equity turnover rose by 21.69%, with KSh 2.47 billion worth of stock traded last week, while the bond market fell by 22.1% with KSh 17.37 billion worth of bonds traded. NASI gained about 0.93%, closing the week at 165.55 bp, the all-sha...

In this episode, the squad and guests talk about the ongoing vaccine roll out in Africa and how governments tackled the pandemic from different fronts, what it means to have Africans leading multilateral bodies, the concept of brain drain in the continent, the averseness of African governments towards cryptocurrencies at a time where corporates are accepting it as an asset class and SPACs.

In this episode, Rufus Gitau discusses the different type of derivatives including forward contracts, futures, options, and swap contracts. Rufus points out the difference between trading derivatives and equities, and how individuals can make money through derivatives through the two-way market, when the market goes up or down. 

Int his Episode, Chief Financial Analyst Felix Ochieng discusses the Safaricom rally which saw the share hitting Ksh 39, a new all-time high, after the interim dividend announcement. The NSE all share index had a good week, gaining 4.4% in activity. NSE 20 and NSE 25 were also up gaining 1.28% and 3.87% respectively. The uptick in indices follows global trends where markets which had taken a toll...

NSE Derivatives Risk Manager Geoffrey Radier talks to the Hisa team on the New NSE Derivatives, the nature of the derivative contracts and the value of derivatives compared other asset classes. Geoffrey expounds the relationship between a derivative and its underlying asset what you need to trade derivatives. He also explains why some prefer buying a derivative contract and a stock of the same sto...

In this episode, the squad talks about Central Bank of Nigeria's Crypto Ban and how African countries need to take a friendlier stance on crypto. We also discuss KenGen's dividends and Rebecca Miano's leadership and Kenya Power's entry into the solar power space. 

The NSE turnover will continue to increase driven by foreign investment. The new broker connectivity network will improve how fast trades are settled locally which is positive to the market and the NSE. EABL was the top gainer week-on-week. EABL rallied because of corporate investors after the price release, driven by a buying rush after price drop because of its strong fundamentals. The Carbacid-...

Edith Predorf talks about the different ways to promote trade between Kenya and Austria, how startups in Kenya can benefit from Austrian markets, and improving visibility of business in both countries. 

KenGen's results and dividends drove its rally. The shilling is likely to come down during the week, driven by volatility in global markets which might increase foreign inflow in our markets. Safaricom was the top mover last week. However, we are waiting to see the effect of Citi's degrading on the stock due to its regulatory risk. Investor interest in the banking sector is likely to peek as the e...

In this episode, the squad explores the battle between WallStreetBets and Wallstreet Giants, what it takes to attract retail and millennial investors on the Nairobi stock exchange and how GameStop is a case of decentralizing investment likely to replicate itself.