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Kenya’s Top 10 Fixed Income Funds – 28th February 2025

Fixed Income Funds continue to offer stable returns for risk-averse investors, with yields remaining largely stable this past week. These funds primarily invest in government securities, corporate bonds, and other fixed-income instruments, making them an attractive option for those looking for predictable income and capital preservation.

🏆 Top 10 Fixed Income Funds as of 28th February 2025

RankFixed Income FundEffective Annual Rate
1️⃣Gulfcap Fixed Income Fund15.55%
2️⃣Kuza Fixed Income Fund14.44%
3️⃣Etica Fixed Income Fund14.32%
4️⃣Britam Fixed Income Fund (12 Months)13.82%
5️⃣Madison Fixed Income Fund13.79%
6️⃣Britam Fixed Income Fund (6 Months)13.62%
7️⃣Britam 3 Months Fixed Income Fund13.60%
8️⃣Zimele Fixed Income Fund13.54%
9️⃣Britam Bond Plus Fund13.20%
🔟Nabo Africa Fixed Income Fund12.73%

📊 Average yield of the Top 10 Funds: 13.86% (Same as the previous week)


📉 Market Insights: What Changed This Week?

🔹 Minimal movement in overall yields – The average yield of the top 10 funds remained unchanged at 13.86%, indicating stable performance across the sector.
🔹 Britam’s Fixed Income Fund (12 Months) saw a slight increase from 13.32% to 13.82%, moving up in ranking.
🔹 Zimele Fixed Income Fund saw a slight dip from 13.93% to 13.54%, dropping in position.

💡 Fixed Income vs. T-Bills:
For comparison, Treasury Bill (T-Bill) yields as of 28th February 2025 were:
📌 91-day T-Bill: 8.9%
📌 182-day T-Bill: 9.2%
📌 364-day T-Bill: 10.5%

With an average yield of 13.86%, Fixed Income Funds continue to outperform T-Bills, making them a compelling option for investors seeking higher returns with relatively low risk.

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