The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Quarterly Statistical Bulletin (Issue 66) provides a comprehensive review of Kenya’s capital market performance for the quarter ended March 2026. The report highlights a period of significant growth, record-breaking digital milestones, and a surge in market activity.
Key Market Performance Indicators
- Equities Market Expansion: The Nairobi All Share Index (NASI) rose by 4.42% to close at 194.82 points, while market capitalization expanded by 9.72% to KShs. 3,230.73 billion. Equity turnover also saw a notable 35.10% increase to KShs. 58.39 billion.
- Historic Bond Milestone: Secondary bond market turnover surpassed the KShs. 1 trillion mark in just three months, reaching KShs. 1,080.12 billion—a 70.28% increase from the previous quarter.
- CIS and Derivatives Growth: Assets Under Management (AUM) for Collective Investment Schemes grew 11% to KShs. 756.2 billion. The derivatives market saw a massive 1,241% surge in contract volume.