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Top Most Valuable Companies on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)
Updated December 2025 • Practical, Kenya-focused investing insights
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TL;DR — Quick Summary
- Safaricom leads NSE by a wide margin in market value.
- Banking and telecom dominate Kenya’s capital markets.
- Valuation metrics (P/E, ROE, Dividend Yield) are key for investor decisions.
- This guide links company metrics to practical investment insights.
Understanding which companies dominate the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) helps Kenyan investors make informed decisions. This article explains why each company is valuable, their financial performance, dividends, and investment strategy in simple, actionable terms.
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🏆 Top 10 Most Valuable NSE Companies (Dec 2025)
| Rank | Company | Market Cap (KES) | Sector | P/E | ROE (%) | EPS (KES) | Dividend Yield (%) | Net Profit (KES B) | Revenue (KES B) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Safaricom PLC | 1.11T | Telecom & Fintech | 22 | 24 | 1.27 | 4.5 | 52 | 178 |
| 2 | Equity Group Holdings Ltd | 248.1B | Banking | 18 | 21 | 3.65 | 8.4 | 25 | 112 |
| 3 | East African Breweries PLC | 211.2B | Consumer Goods | 20 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 15 | 98 |
| 4 | KCB Group PLC | 200.8B | Banking | 16 | 19 | 3.98 | 6.3 | 22 | 105 |
| 5 | Co-op Bank Kenya | 139.0B | Banking | 14 | 18 | 1.85 | 9 | 16 | 88 |
| 6 | NCBA Group PLC | 136.7B | Banking | 15 | 17 | 3.20 | 8.5 | 14 | 80 |
| 7 | Absa Bank Kenya PLC | 124.9B | Banking | 12 | 16 | 2.35 | 7.5 | 12 | 70 |
| 8 | Standard Chartered Kenya | 113.4B | Banking | 11 | 15 | 5.25 | 14.3 | 10 | 68 |
| 9 | Stanbic Holdings Plc | 78.0B | Banking | 10 | 14 | 3.10 | 11 | 7 | 50 |
| 10 | I&M Group Plc | 70.1B | Banking | 13 | 16 | 1.55 | 8 | 6 | 45 |
Market cap, earnings, and dividend data provide investors with insights for **long-term portfolio planning**.
🔍 Company Analyses
1. Safaricom PLC
Kenya’s largest company combines telecom with fintech dominance (M-Pesa). Its diversified revenue, network expansion, and consistent dividends make it attractive for both growth and income investors.
- Revenue: KSh 178B
- Net Profit: KSh 52B
- Dividend Yield: 4.5%
- Key Investment Areas: M-Pesa, data services, 5G expansion, fintech innovations
Learn more about Safaricom’s growth and dividends: Safaricom Dividend & Growth Analysis
2. Equity Group Holdings Ltd
Regional banking leader with retail and digital banking across East Africa. Offers steady income and moderate growth. Risk is mitigated by diversified geographic presence.
- Revenue: KSh 112B
- Net Profit: KSh 25B
- Dividend Yield: 8.4%
- Key Investment Areas: Corporate lending, digital banking platforms, regional expansion
Related read: Equity Bank Dividend Analysis
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About the Author
Postine Ngeli is the lead finance writer at Money Market Hub Kenya, specializing in NSE research, dividend analysis, and practical investing guidance for Kenyan investors.
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