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January 5, 2026
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Big banks predict fall in borrowing costs under new CBK pricing model

Big banks predict fall in borrowing costs under new CBK pricing model

The model perceived to be a transparent loan pricing formula is expected to automatically reduce lending costs when policy eases.The will also model will strengthen monetary policy...

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The chief executives of Kenya's two largest banks anticipate a decline in borrowing costs for customers. This change is expected as a new Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) loan pricing system becomes fully effective from March of this year.

  • The new pricing model aims to improve transparency and monetary policy transmission.
  • The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is the primary organization involved in this new loan pricing system.
  • The full effect of the new system is set to begin in March.

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