How buy kpc shares :kenya pipeline Ipo 2026 guide
How to Buy KPC Shares: Kenya Pipeline IPO 2026 Guide
January 19, 2026 | 6:25 PM EAT | Nairobi
KPC IPO opened today. Here's exactly what retail investors need to know before applying.
📋 What You Need To Know (3 Minutes)
- Minimum: KSh 900 (100 shares @ KSh 9)
- Retail allocation: 20% of total offer
- Closes: Feb 19, 2026
- Trading starts: Mar 9 (KPC.0000)
- Apply: *778# USSD or eipo.nse.co.ke
1. KPC IPO Facts – Straight Numbers
Government selling 65% stake = 11.81 billion shares priced at KSh 9 each.
Raises KSh 106.3 billion total. They retain 35% with 24-month lock-in period.
Verified 2024 Financials:
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | KSh 35.4B | Monopoly pipeline tariffs |
| Net Profit | KSh 6.87B | Debt-free operation |
| Dividends Paid | KSh 4.2B | Historical yield reference |
| Pipelines | 1,342 km | Sole Kenyan network |
| Storage Capacity | 1.14M m³ | 5 major terminals |
Key point: KPC moves fuel to every station in Kenya. Regulated tariffs = predictable revenue.
2. Your 20% Retail Allocation – The Reality
Retail investors get 2.36 billion shares from total 11.81 billion offered.
| You Apply Week | Expected Coverage | Get (from 1,000 shares) |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 (Now) | 1-2x | 800-1,000 shares |
| Week 2 | 3-4x | 500-600 shares |
| Week 4 | 6-7x | 250-300 shares |
3. Exact Application Process (Pick One)
A) Fastest: USSD (*778#)
Safaricom/Airtel → *778# → KPC IPO → Enter shares → MPESA → SMS confirmation instant.
B) Online: NSE E-IPO
eipo.nse.co.ke – Real-time tracking, no broker needed.
C) Bank Branch
Co-operative Bank (lead), KCB, Stanbic – CDS account + application same visit.
- CDS account (free, 2 minutes via *778#)
- Minimum KSh 900 in MPESA
- 100-share increments only
4. Official Timeline – No Speculation
| Date | Event | What You Do |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2026 | Opens TODAY | Apply immediately |
| Feb 19 | Closes | Final deadline |
| Mar 4 | Allocation announced | Check SMS + NSE portal |
| Mar 5 | Payments due | Fund your allocation |
| Mar 6 | Shares credited | Check CDS account |
| Mar 9 | NSE Trading | KPC.0000 ticker |
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👉 Join FREE WhatsApp Channel Now5. Why KPC Could Underperform (Real Risks)
1. Oil demand crashes: 2022 Ukraine crisis cut volumes 15%. Same risk exists.
2. Government interference: 35% stake + infrastructure mandates = policy risk.
3. Post-listing dip: NSE IPOs typically drop 10-20% first month.
My rule: Only invest what you can leave untouched for 24+ months. Cap at 10-15% of liquid savings.
6. KPC vs Your Current Savings (KSh 10,000)
| Option | Return | Access | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPC IPO | 8-12% (est) | Mar 9 | Medium |
| Bank Fixed Deposit | 8-10% | 90 days | Low |
| Money Market Fund | 12-16% | Daily | Low |
| SACCO Dividends | 10-14% | Annual | Medium |
7. FAQ – Real Questions
- Can chamas apply? Yes, one CDS account per chama via stockbroker.
- Diaspora eligible? Yes, 20% international allocation pool.
- What if oversubscribed? Prorated within retail 20% pool – apply early.
- Dividends guaranteed? No, but infrastructure historically pays 8-12%.
⏳ 31 Days Until KPC IPO Closes
Week 1 applicants get best allocation
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do your research before investing. All investments risk capital loss. CMA/NSE regulated. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.
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