I&M Bank Kenya - Eurobonds

Eurobonds

Invest in Kenyan sovereign bonds (Eurobonds) and get attractive returns in United States Dollars (USD). We also support fractional lots to provide access to clients seeking diversification options.

Eurobonds

We provide investments in international debt securities issued by other sovereign governments, corporates and supranational organizations in foreign currencies.

Benefits

Features

  • International Issue - Issued and traded in international financial markets.
  • Sold to investors in several countries simultaneously.
  • Foreign Currency Denomination
  • Denominated in a currency - different from the country where the bond is issued.
  • Large Issue Size - Usually issued in large amounts by governments, multinational corporations, or international organizations.
  • Flexible Regulations - Subject to fewer regulations than domestic bonds in many markets, making issuance easier.

Features Cont.

  • High Liquidity - Traded in active international markets, allowing investors to buy and sell relatively easily.
  • Fixed or Floating Interest Rates - Can offer either fixed-rate or floating-rate coupon payments.
  • Diversification Opportunity - Enables investors to diversify across countries and currencies.

FAQs

Eurobonds are debt security issued in a currency different from the issuer’s domestic currency. Kenyan Eurobonds are issued by the Government of Kenya in US Dollars

Governments issue Eurobonds to: • Raise funds for infrastructure projects. • Finance budget deficits. • Refinance existing debt. • Diversify funding sources. • Access larger pools of international capital. • Obtain foreign currency for imports or external obligations.

Investors buy Eurobonds because they offer: • Attractive yields. • Portfolio diversification. • Exposure to emerging markets. • Regular interest payments. • Potential capital gains if bond prices rise

Institutional investors, companies, individual investors, and eligible foreign investors can invest, subject to the terms of the bond issue and applicable regulations.

The minimum investment depends on the specific Eurobond issue and the market through which it is purchased. The minimum investment amount for a Kenya Eurobond in USD 200,000, however fractional lots can be accessed through I&M Capital Limited

Kenya Eurobonds are sovereign debt obligations of the Government of Kenya. While backed by the government's commitment to repay, they are not risk-free.

A fractional Eurobond allows investors to access Eurobond investments with smaller investment amounts than the standard market ticket size of USD200,000. Fractional lots can be accessed from USD 199,000 to a minimum investment amount of USD 5,000.

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