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Jul 17, 20245 min read
Why BTCL's Quest for Greener Pastures Is No Road to Price Discovery
Analysts say its well-positioned to leverage developments in the sector Kgori Capital expects positive momentum in the sector Imara...


Jun 26, 20243 min read
The Role Played by Low Capital Flight Risk in BoB’s Rate Decision
The Bank of Botswana (BoB) has underscored the primary aim of monetary policy in stimulating economic growth, confident that such support...


Jun 26, 20244 min read
Retail Stocks and the Inflation Divide
In an ideal world, analysts want to see revenues growing on the back of increasing consumer spend as opposed to inflationary growth. ...


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 4, 20242 min read
Stanbic Bank Facilitates Forex Transparency and Seamless Experience with E-market Trader
Web-based platform offers real-time rates and research insights Empowers clients for informed decision-making Stanbic Bank Botswana ...


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 30, 20242 min read
Domestic Equities Emerge as Top Investment Choice
Equity Prices expected to rise further Dividend yield nicely compares with long-term bond yields Valuations appealing to asset managers...


May 29, 20243 min read
Ninety One Anticipates Growth in Botswana’s Private Market
Local companies opening their capital structures Local credit forecast to exceed DCI market cap Ninety-One expressed unwavering...


May 27, 20243 min read
Kgori Capital Calms Fears of Market Bubble
Market rally sparks concerns “A lot of liquidity has come into the market” Different sectors are driving its various phases “We are...


May 22, 20244 min read
Government Faces Another Hurdle Climbing Mountain of Debt
Experts have warned of the government’s monumental borrowing task ahead, reflecting on the historic magnitude of the 2024/25 issuance...


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...


Apr 15, 20244 min read
National Pension Scheme Takes Center Stage In Retirement for All
While existing private pension funds face participation challenges, the proposed scheme promises inclusivity and adaptability. With...


Mar 23, 20242 min read
BPOPF’s Adoption of Actively Managed ETFs Sparks Optimism
BSE says it will contribute to the growth of this market segment Believes product will entice retail investors The Botswana Stock...


Mar 23, 20243 min read
BSE Pushes for Explicit ETF Allocation in Pension Fund Regulations
ETFs emerge as a crucial investment option Bolokwe Encourages Investors to Explore Diverse ETF Opportunities Kopano Bolokwe, the Head of...


Mar 23, 20243 min read
Satrix to Introduce Four New ETFs on the BSE
Sygnia also made significant progress Around 11 new exchange-traded funds expected Satrix, one of South Africa’s leading providers of...


Mar 20, 20242 min read
Pension Funds Repartriate P8bn
Parliament approves increase of bond program to P55bn Asset Managers Repatriate P8 Billion Serame emphasises the importance of supporting...


Mar 20, 20246 min read
Asset Managers Embrace Local Equities for the Long Game
In the dynamic landscape of investment strategy, Loago Bokole, CEO of Riscura, champions the potential of local equities, extolling their...


Mar 19, 20243 min read
Stanbic Equips Clients for Market Volatility and Uncertainty
Tailors risk management solutions Solutions target three distinct client profiles Anticipates changes in policies Expects elections to...
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