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Nov 20, 20241 min read
Bond Issuances Reach P9.5 Billion as BSE Sees Record Trading
The total market capitalisation has risen significantly by 34.4% in 2024, to P36.7 billion from P27.3 billion.


Nov 13, 20244 min read
The Role Banks Play in Safeguarding Your Investments
Understanding the bond market is essential for making informed decisions, whether you're seeking steady returns or portfolio diversification


Nov 6, 20243 min read
Inflation-Linked Bonds Could Provide Relief to Botswana’s Borrowing Challenges, expert says
The BoB has reportedly been ensuring that there are no issues with the system or bookings before the instruments go live.


Oct 20, 20242 min read
Government Plans P3.7 Billion Auction As Trading Activity Surges
With the government conducting auctions at the end of each month, the bond market has experienced significant growth.


Oct 2, 20242 min read
Government Misses Target For September Bond Auction
Under-allocation of longer-dated instruments has been notable, as investors say the Bank of Botswana is reluctant to offer higher rates

Sep 24, 20243 min read
Government Doubles Down On Bonds
The increased quantum for bonds is a notable shift from previous auctions, where T-bills dominated


Sep 12, 20245 min read
How Bonds Can Enhance Your Wealth-Building Strategy
Bonds play a pivotal role in a well-rounded investment strategy, offering stability and reliable income Bonds can play a pivotal role in...

Aug 29, 20243 min read
Bond Switch Auction Looms as P2.2bn Liability Approaches
BoB Governor Cornelius Dekop Bond switches expected at the Bond Auction Committee Will be driven by government finances and redemption...

Aug 29, 20242 min read
BoB Keeps Its Chin Up Amid Auction Bumps
Minister of Finance Peggy Serame and BoB Governor Cornelius Dekop August auction results show under-allocation at the longer end...


Aug 20, 20244 min read
Will the Bond Market’s Well Run Dry for Longer-Dated Securities?
Bond Auction results indicate under allocation for longer dates bonds Considering a weak diamond market, the government is expected run a...


Jun 24, 20243 min read
Interbank Activity: Whats behind the P4.9bn?
Increase inconsistent with increase in liquidity BoB says small banks are lending to bigger banks Is the significant increase in...


Jun 3, 20242 min read
Pressure On Botswana Money Market Yields Expected To Persist Over 2024
Average daily market liquidity increased to P12 billion Deposit rates to remain low over 12 – months Asset managers are price takers...


May 31, 20243 min read
Botswana T-Bill Yields Hold, Longer Bonds Print Mixed Results
Gov’t fully allots P4 billion In the latest bond auction result report dated May 24, 2024, the stop-out yields for treasury bills held...


May 22, 20243 min read
Former Deputy Governor Attributes Weakened T-Bill Yields to Supply Constraints
Says yields will rise with increased government borrowing Expects banks to trade in some of their holdings of BoBCs in exchange for...


May 22, 20243 min read
BoB Casts Doubt on Rate Cut’s Potential to Boost T-Bill Attractiveness
Treasury Yields Soften Spreads with BoBCs Tighten BoBCs remain popular Bond issuance programme likely to push up rates – Economist...


Mar 8, 20242 min read
Treasurer Highlights Money Market Opportunities Amidst Botswana’s Infrastructure Drive
Expects infrastructure fund will be in the market for a while Due to their focus on infrastructure, which is inherently long-term,...


Mar 5, 20243 min read
Botswana Gov’t Bond Auction Signal Liquidity Surge
T-Bill yields experienced a substantial decline Bifm notes pressure on money market yield StanChart calls for market innovation The...


Feb 13, 20241 min read
Sechaba Leads January Trading Surge on the domestic bourse
Contributes6% to the total equity turnover BOD emerged as the top gainer for the month The Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) market report...


Nov 7, 20232 min read
New Debt Listings Requirements spur Commercial Paper issuances
Tsheole highlights competitive listing fee structure in comparison to the bonds The Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) has seen a rise in...


Oct 17, 20233 min read
LLR’s bulwark: From Warehouses to Malls
Tenant mix hedges against cycles like pandemics Retail is naturally diversified Industrial and retail is a nice value chain Distributors...
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