National Bank of Kenya (NBK) has reported a significant 60.5 percent jump in net profit to Sh1.72 billion for the first half of 2026, defying a dip in interest income.

• NBK's net profit reached Sh1.72 billion in H1 2026, up from Sh1.07 billion in H1 2025.
• The bank, now owned by Nigeria's Access Bank, saw interest income decrease by 2.7 percent.
• Despite lower interest income, NBK expanded its lending by 38.4 percent to Sh61.28 billion.

Kenya's pension assets have surpassed Sh3 trillion for the first time, reaching Sh3.17 trillion as of June 2026. This represents a significant 12.66 percent increase over the preceding six months.

• Total pension assets grew by Sh356 billion to Sh3.17 trillion from Sh2.81 trillion in December 2025.
• Pension schemes, including major Kenyan institutions, are diversifying investments by reducing exposure to government securities and increasing holdings in quoted equities.
• While government securities remain the largest investment category at Sh1.495 trillion, their share of total assets fell to 46.35 percent from 52.14 percent, while quoted equities rose to 14.37 percent.

Nairobi's construction sector is showing signs of recovery as the value of building approvals significantly increased in the first five months of 2026. This surge follows a decline experienced in the previous year.

• The value of approved buildings in Nairobi County rose by Sh18.24 billion to Sh84.14 billion between January and May 2026.
• Data was released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
• Residential projects saw the largest increase in approvals, up by Sh9.7 billion to Sh61 billion, driven by rising demand in high-end neighborhoods and increased land and house prices.

Family Bank has launched its 98th branch in Upper Hill, Nairobi, marking a significant expansion in a key business district.

• The new branch is part of the bank's 2025-2029 strategy focused on growth and improved customer experience.
• Key figures present at the opening included Family Bank CEO Nancy Njau and Chief Retail Officer Phyllis Kimani.
• This strategic move aims to better serve corporates, SMEs, and individuals in Upper Hill and surrounding areas.