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Investors shun stocks for betting, CMA report shows

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A new study shows that betting is driving investments away from the country’s capital markets as Kenyans opt for quick cash over long-term returns and building the economy.

The Capital Markets Authority, which is seeking to increase the number of listed companies under its 10-year master plan, conducted the Low Uptake of Capital Markets Products and Listings survey from April-June 2018.

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