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Inflation has increased in recent months, reaching a multi-year high of 7.3 percent in October 2026. However, returns have remained low, with real yields falling sharply. Can investors expect higher returns going forward to cushion against a faster depreciation of their purchasing power? In this episode of the Make Money podcast, Gertrude Njeri, the Head of Research at Hisa, weighs in.

By matching the value of fiat currencies at a one-to-one ratio, stablecoins have been proposed as a solution to the issue of accessing foreign exchange in African markets, thereby supporting cross-border trade, e-commerce, and the gig economy. But could stablecoins become widely accepted and transform the way we use money? In this episode of Make Money, Isaac Wabuge, Yellowcard's Country Manager f...

From KPC to Dangote and Quickmart, initial public offerings (IPOs) have become popular again in 2026 after a drought of more than a decade. In this podcast, Standard Investment Bank (SIB) Senior Research Associate Wesley Manambo discusses the characteristics of IPOs, the opportunities they present to investors, and what new listings signal for markets.

How will the investing environment change heading into the August 2027 polls? Churchill Ogutu, Economist & Head of Research at Capital A Investment Bank chats election cycles, changing investor sentiment and favoured asset classes in times of uncertainty on the Make Money podcast

How will the investing environment change heading into the August 2027 polls? Churchill Ogutu, Economist & Head of Research at Capital A Investment Bank chats election cycles, changing investor sentiment and favoured asset classes in times of uncertainty on the Make Money podcast.

How will the investing environment change heading into the August 2027 polls? Churchill Ogutu, Economist & Head of Research at Capital A Investment Bank chats election cycles, changing investor sentiment and favoured asset classes in times of uncertainty on the Make Money podcast.

From broker arrangements with networks in Nigeria to a Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed instrument, Kenyans have access to the Dangote refinery initial public offering (IPO) through various routes. The IPO is scheduled to close on October 13. In this episode of the Make Money podcast, Karimi Warui, the Head of Investment Banking at Renaissance Capital, takes a deep dive into the IPO throug...

From broker arrangements with networks in Nigeria to a Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed instrument, Kenyans have access to the Dangote refinery initial public offering (IPO) through various routes. The IPO is scheduled to close on October 13. In this episode of the Make Money podcast, Karimi Warui, the Head of Investment Banking at Renaissance Capital, takes a deep dive into the IPO throug...

Ahead of the annual Business Daily Investor Education Conference on May 29, Make Money speaks to Nahashon Mungai, the Executive Director, Global Markets at Standard Investment Bank (SIB), on why diversification is becoming central to modern investing.  He explains how spreading investments across asset classes can help manage risk, improve resilience and position investors for long-term retur...

Ahead of the annual Business Daily Investor Education Conference on May 29, Make Money speaks to Nahashon Mungai, the Executive Director, Global Markets at Standard Investment Bank (SIB), on why diversification is becoming central to modern investing.  He explains how spreading investments across asset classes can help manage risk, improve resilience and position investors for long-term retur...

Every investment return comes with risk, but where is the line between an informed decision and speculation? In this episode of Make Money, Stanley Mutuku, CEO of Lofty-Corban Investment Limited, discusses how investors can assess their risk tolerance, balance potential rewards against possible losses, and make smarter long-term investment decisions

Every investment return comes with risk, but where is the line between an informed decision and speculation? In this episode of Make Money, Stanley Mutuku, CEO of Lofty-Corban Investment Limited, discusses how investors can assess their risk tolerance, balance potential rewards against possible losses, and make smarter long-term investment decisions

Investing often means spreading your money across different assets to reduce risk. But buying multiple stocks, bonds or commodities can be costly and complex. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) offer investors a simpler route by packaging several assets into a single investment product.  In this Make Money episode, Richard Muriithi, Senior Portfolio Manager at ICEA Lion Asset Management, breaks dow...

Investing often means spreading your money across different assets to reduce risk. But buying multiple stocks, bonds or commodities can be costly and complex. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) offer investors a simpler route by packaging several assets into a single investment product.  In this Make Money episode, Richard Muriithi, Senior Portfolio Manager at ICEA Lion Asset Management, breaks dow...

As interest rates continue to fall, bond prices have risen, opening a window for investors to take profits. But is this the right time to sell? Christine Gatakaa, Head of Fixed Income Trading at Capital A Investment Bank, explains the relationship between interest rates and bond prices. She also breaks down how secondary bond markets work and what investors should consider before deciding whether...

As interest rates continue to fall, bond prices have risen, opening a window for investors to take profits. But is this the right time to sell? Christine Gatakaa, Head of Fixed Income Trading at Capital A Investment Bank, explains the relationship between interest rates and bond prices. She also breaks down how secondary bond markets work and what investors should consider before deciding whether...

The first quarter of 2026 opened with a fresh external shock following the US-Israel war on Iran, adding to global market uncertainty. Despite this, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has continued its rate-cutting cycle, signalling a supportive environment for investors. In this episode of the Make Money podcast, Teddy Irungu, Head of Research at Rock Advisors Investment Bank, breaks down the Q1 202...

The first quarter of 2026 opened with a fresh external shock following the US-Israel war on Iran, adding to global market uncertainty. Despite this, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has continued its rate-cutting cycle, signalling a supportive environment for investors. In this episode of the Make Money podcast, Teddy Irungu, Head of Research at Rock Advisors Investment Bank, breaks down the Q1 202...

Dividends are becoming a central pillar of wealth creation, beyond share price gains. As listed firms, particularly banks, ramp up shareholder payouts, Make Money explores how investors can position for steady dividend income. AIB-AXYS Africa Senior Research Analyst Joseph Muriithi breaks down the mechanics behind dividend investing

Dividends are becoming a central pillar of wealth creation, beyond share price gains. As listed firms, particularly banks, ramp up shareholder payouts, Make Money explores how investors can position for steady dividend income. AIB-AXYS Africa Senior Research Analyst Joseph Muriithi breaks down the mechanics behind dividend investing

The initial buzz around the Kenya Pipeline Company's (KPC) initial public offer has faded, and the stock is now officially trading on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. But behind the scenes, the first IPO in over a decade revealed a changing investor landscape.  Rina Hicks, Operations Director at Faida Investment Bank, the lead adviser to the KPC offer, joins Make Money to dissect the offering...

The initial buzz around the Kenya Pipeline Company's (KPC) initial public offer has faded, and the stock is now officially trading on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. But behind the scenes, the first IPO in over a decade revealed a changing investor landscape.  Rina Hicks, Operations Director at Faida Investment Bank, the lead adviser to the KPC offer, joins Make Money to dissect the offering...

Can you actually make money trading stocks or is buy-and-hold still the safest bet? For years, investors have been told to stick to long-term strategies, with frequent trading seen as risky and speculative. But recent market swings are challenging that thinking, showing how well-timed entry and exit can unlock value. In this episode, FourFront Management trading analyst Lilian Chege breaks down th...

Can you actually make money trading stocks or is buy-and-hold still the safest bet? For years, investors have been told to stick to long-term strategies, with frequent trading seen as risky and speculative. But recent market swings are challenging that thinking, showing how well-timed entry and exit can unlock value. In this episode, FourFront Management trading analyst Lilian Chege breaks down th...

As plummeting interest rates erode the appeal of “vanilla” assets like money market funds, investors are aggressively pivoting toward Special Funds in search of yield. But does a higher return always signal a smart play, or are investors overlooking the fine print?  Wanjiru Gichuru, CEO of Pergamon Investment Bank, joins the podcast to break down the surge in special funds, the mechanics of s...