Timing is Everything in Investing... Are you making investments at the wrong time and missing key market events?
Stay Ahead of the Market
Are you investing but not seeing returns come in? Does the deadline for bonds come and you have not moved your money yet? Do companies release their results and you are not prepared to react?
Does it look like others are lucky with their timing? Do they seem to know when key market moving events are happening? Don't miss them out anymore!
As investors, we know that market events create opportunities. And success in investing isn't about luck—it’s about preparation. This diary is here to ensure you’re always ready to seize the moment, whether it’s a new bond issue, a dividend payment, or a critical economic release.
Key Market Events in the Kenyan Investor's Diary
Dividend Book Closure
Keeping track of dividend book closure dates can be overwhelming, and missing them means losing out on valuable dividends—money that could have been yours.
Imagine holding shares all year, only to realize you missed the book closure date by a day. No dividend payout, no reward for your investment—just frustration and regret.
With Kenya Investor's Diary, you'll always know when dividend book closures are happening. Our daily WhatsApp alerts and weekly emails ensure you're prepared to act before it’s too late.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and maximize your returns. By never missing another dividend book closure, your investments will always work harder for you.
Dividend Payment Dates
Dividends are the rewards of your investment, but keeping track of payment dates can be challenging. Miss it, and you'll be left wondering when your returns will hit your account.
You’ve planned your finances expecting your dividend payout, but without the exact date, you’re caught off guard—frustrated and scrambling to balance your cash flow.
Kenya Investor's Diary sends timely alerts so you always know when your dividend will be paid. Stay ahead and avoid surprises.
Enjoy peace of mind as your payouts hit your account on time, ensuring you stay in control of your finances.
Earning Releases
Earnings releases can move share prices significantly. Missing these updates could leave you unaware of the reasons behind sudden market movements.
You find out a stock you own has dropped, or risen, significantly—but it’s too late to react because you missed the earnings release date.
Kenya Investor's Diary highlights upcoming earnings releases so you’re always ready to act on key company updates.
Make timely, informed decisions to maximize your gains or minimize losses in the market.
IPO Dates
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) are a prime opportunity to get in early, but they’re easy to miss without constant monitoring.
You hear everyone buzzing about a hot IPO you wanted to join, only to find out you missed the subscription deadline.
Kenya Investor's Diary ensures you know IPO dates in advance so you can plan and participate in these early opportunities.
Be among the first to invest in promising companies and diversify your portfolio.
AGM Dates
Annual General Meetings are a chance to engage with company leadership and vote on key decisions, but they can slip past unnoticed.
You miss the AGM and lose your opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, or vote on decisions that impact your investment.
Kenya Investor's Diary reminds you of upcoming AGM dates, giving you the chance to participate and stay engaged with your investments.
Stay informed and have your say in shaping the companies you invest in.
Rights Issues
Rights issues offer discounted shares to existing investors, but missing the subscription date means losing out on this benefit.
You hear about a rights issue after the subscription period closes, leaving you without the opportunity to increase your holdings at a discount.
Kenyan Investor's Diary tracks rights issue dates so you can take advantage of these exclusive opportunities.
Grow your portfolio with discounted shares and enhance your long-term returns.
Budget Day
National budget announcements shape the economic landscape, impacting investments, taxes, and market conditions. Missing it leaves you unprepared.
You wake up to major market movements driven by budget changes, but you’re left scrambling to understand how it affects your portfolio.
Kenya Investor's Diary ensures you know Budget Day in advance, helping you plan and adjust your strategy.
Stay informed about economic shifts and proactively manage your investments.
Bond Issues
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) are a prime opportunity to get in early, but they’re easy to miss without constant monitoring.
You hear everyone buzzing about a hot IPO you wanted to join, only to find out you missed the subscription deadline.
Kenya Investor's Diary ensures you know IPO dates in advance so you can plan and participate in these early opportunities.
Be among the first to invest in promising companies and diversify your portfolio.
Bond Payment Dates
Bond payments provide regular income, but if you don’t track payment dates, you may lose clarity on your expected cash flow.
You budget based on bond income but find yourself caught off guard when the payment doesn’t arrive on time.
Kenyan Investor's Diary ensures you always know bond payment dates, keeping your cash flow predictable.
Enjoy consistent, predictable income from your bond investments without the guesswork.
Key Reports release
Market reports from regulatory bodies e.g IMF, CMA or research firms e.g. S&P can affect stock and bond prices, but they’re easy to overlook.
You miss a critical market report that leads to major market moves, leaving you unprepared to react effectively.
Kenya Investor's Diary tracks these releases, giving you timely updates so you’re always in the know.
React promptly to market-changing insights and stay ahead of the curve.
Public Holidays
Public holidays mean market closures, but without a heads-up, you might plan trades or decisions at the wrong time.
You try to execute trades or check on markets only to find out they’re closed, disrupting your plans.
Kenya Investor's Diary notifies you of public holidays in advance so you can plan your trading and investing schedule.
Avoid unnecessary frustration and plan effectively around market closures.
Tax Reporting Deadlines
Taxes are a crucial part of investing, but forgetting deadlines can lead to penalties or rushed calculations.
You scramble to gather paperwork and file taxes at the last minute, risking errors and stress.
Kenya Investor's Diary tracks tax reporting deadlines, giving you ample time to prepare.
File your taxes on time, avoid penalties, and stay compliant with zero stress.
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Why the Kenyan Investor's Dairy matters to you
With the Kenyan Investor's Diary, you'll never miss an important event again. You’ll know:
- When dividend closures happen and when the payment happens.
- When to bid on bonds or submit applications.
- Key dates for dividend payments and market closures.
- Critical data releases that might move the markets.
Imagine the power of making informed decisions ahead of everyone else.
How it works
The Kenyan Investor’s Diary is a free service designed to keep investors informed about key market events in Kenya. We provide free weekly email updates and premium daily WhatsApp alerts for those who need in-time insights.
What you will get:
✅ Free Weekly Email Updates: Every Thursday, receive a neatly organized summary of key market events for the coming week.
📲 Daily WhatsApp Alerts (Premium - $17/year): Stay ahead with timely daily reminders at 6am about on the day key market events.
Next steps:
- 1Subscribe for Free
Sign up with your email to receive ever Thursday a neatly organised calendar of key events for the next week. - 2Upgrade Anytime for Daily WhatsApp Alerts
For $17/year, get daily morning reminders straight to your phone so you never miss an important date. - 3Plan Your Investments
Use the information to:- Buy shares before dividend book closures.
- Bid on new bonds or participate in IPOs.
- Prepare for earnings releases and key economic reports.
- 4Maximize Your Returns
Stay ahead of the market, capitalize on opportunities, and avoid missed chances.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Kenyan Investor’s Diary is a subscription service that provides retail investors with key market dates such as dividend deadlines, bond auctions, IPO schedules, and more. Subscribers receive weekly emails and daily WhatsApp updates to stay informed and make better investment decisions.
When you subscribe for $47 a year, you’ll receive:
- Weekly Email Updates: A calendar of the week’s key events sent every Monday.
- Daily WhatsApp Alerts: Actionable reminders sent each morning to ensure you never miss a critical date.
The Diary is ideal for retail investors in Kenya who want to stay updated on important market events, such as dividend dates, bond auctions, market closures, and economic data releases. Whether you're a beginner or experienced investor, it’s designed to simplify your investment planning.
We cover a wide range of events that are important to investors, including:
- Dividend book closures and payment dates
- Treasury and corporate bond auctions
- IPO schedules and subscription deadlines
- Earnings releases and AGM dates
- Key economic data releases (e.g., PMI, inflation)
- Market holidays and tax reporting deadlines
Market dates often impact your ability to maximize returns. For example:
- Missing a dividend book closure means losing out on payouts.
- Ignoring bond auction dates could cost you low-risk investment opportunities.
- Not being aware of earnings releases might leave you unprepared for stock price changes.
With the Diary, you’ll never miss a chance to act.
You’ll get updates in two formats:
- Email: A weekly summary of all upcoming events.
- WhatsApp: Daily messages highlighting the day’s key dates and reminders.
This dual format ensures you’re always informed, whether you prefer a comprehensive overview or quick daily alerts.
Yes, you can cancel anytime. However, refunds are not available for partial usage since the service provides premium information that remains accessible for the full year.
While free sources provide general market updates, the Kenyan Investor’s Diary is specifically tailored for investors in Kenya. It consolidates all key dates into actionable reminders, saving you hours of research and ensuring you never miss critical events. Plus, our WhatsApp alerts provide unmatched convenience and timeliness.
We source all our information from reliable and official channels, including company announcements, government releases, and financial institutions. Our team ensures every update is accurate and delivered on time.
At the moment, the Diary provides a comprehensive overview of all key dates. In future updates, we plan to offer customization options so you can prioritize updates based on your specific interests, such as dividends, bonds, or IPOs.
Yes, the Kenyan Investor’s Diary is specifically designed for investors focusing on the Kenyan market. This includes stocks, bonds, and key macroeconomic events that impact investments in Kenya.
No app is needed. You’ll receive weekly updates via email and daily alerts directly through WhatsApp, making the service simple and easy to use.
By ensuring you’re always informed about key market dates, the Diary helps you:
- Plan purchases before dividend book closures.
- Bid on bonds and IPOs in time.
- Stay prepared for earnings announcements and market-moving events.
This information lets you act with confidence and avoid missing opportunities.
The Diary is a personal subscription service, and sharing updates is not allowed as per our terms of service. However, you can encourage friends and colleagues to subscribe so they can benefit from the service too!
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