Domestic bond trading surges to Ksh71.2 billion
Trading in domestic bonds more than doubled in the secondary market during the week ending September 24, with turnover rising 104 per cent to Ksh71.2 billion. Data released by the Central Bank of Kenya on Friday, September 25, 2026, showed bond turnover increased from Ksh34.9 billion recorded in the previous week, as activity in the […]
Domestic bond trading in Kenya surged to Ksh71.2 billion over the week ending September 24, marking a 104 per cent increase in turnover. This surge in bond activity occurred alongside gains in the equities market, despite a decline in share trading volume and value. The Nairobi Securities Exchange indices, including the NASI, NSE 25, and NSE 20, all experienced gains during the week.
However, equity deals dropped by 11.66 per cent, while shares traded decreased by 23.19 per cent to 137.27 million. The Central Bank of Kenya reported that commercial banks held excess reserves above the 3.25 per cent cash reserve requirement, averaging Ksh15.8 billion. Interbank market activity also increased, with the Kenya Shilling Overnight Interbank Average remaining unchanged at 8.75 per cent.
The Central Bank noted strong demand for Treasury bill auctions, with investors submitting bids worth Ksh41.7 billion against Ksh28 billion on offer.
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