MPC retains the CBR at 8.75 percent
The Monetary Policy Committee retained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75 percent at its August 11, 2026 meeting. Read more…
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MPC retains the CBR at 8.75 percent
The Monetary Policy Committee retains the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75 percent at its June 9, 2026 meeting. Read more…
Credit Officer Survey Report for March 2026
The Central Bank of Kenya has released the Credit Officer Survey Report for the quarter ended March 2026. The quarterly survey monitors trends in domestic credit market developments and standards in Kenya’s banking industry. Read more…
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