Kenyan stocks are facing an alarming selloff, propelling the nation’s benchmark index into a dire situation, marking it as the world’s worst-performing market. The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has recorded a distressing fourth consecutive quarter of decline in September, marking the longest downward trend since 2017. Notably, KCB Group Plc, Kenya’s largest bank by assets, has suffered the most significant losses, shedding nearly 30% of its value during the quarter.
The investor sentiment in Kenya has been severely impacted by the surge in bad loans at KCB Group Plc, eroding confidence in the country’s banking sector. Moreover, Kenya’s mounting debt burden has become a focal point for global investors, as the nation grapples with skyrocketing energy and food import bills, in addition to dwindling foreign-exchange reserves.
In the year-to-date performance, Kenya’s stock benchmark has witnessed a staggering decline, losing a quarter of its overall value, surpassing the poor showings of other country indexes tracked by Bloomberg.
The Kenyan stock market’s ongoing turbulence highlights the pressing economic challenges faced by the nation, drawing international attention and concern. Investors worldwide are closely monitoring the situation, hoping for signs of stabilization and recovery in the coming months.
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October 2, 2023
Delino Gayweh
Serrari Financial Analyst
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