Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki-led bank’s wealth arm hits $1.7 billion in assets under management
Co-op Trust’s assets have quadrupled since 2014, rising from Ksh52.5 billion ($392.4 million) to Ksh218.38 billion ($1.7 billion) in 2023.
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Co-op Trust’s assets have quadrupled since 2014, rising from Ksh52.5 billion ($392.4 million) to Ksh218.38 billion ($1.7 billion) in 2023.
The loan, marking an increase from the previous year’s advances, underscores Co-op Bank’s steadfast support for Kingdom Securities.
The proposed dividend marks a significant milestone for the group and reflects its strong financial position.
Gideon Muriuki’s $2.6 million gain underscores the positive impact of his leadership at Co-op Bank.
Muriuki, who was instrumental in the Co-op Bank’s expansion, owns a two-percent stake in the leading financial services group.
As Co-op Bank embarks on its ambitious expansion journey, the institution reaffirms its commitment to serving diverse customer needs while leveraging technological innovations.
Thanks to its strategic expansion initiatives spanning the region, the Muriuki-led group has now positioned itself among Kenya’s leading employers.
Muriuki, who sits at the helm of Co-op Bank and ranks as one of Kenya’s leading investors, holds a significant stake of two percent in the leading financial services group.
Muriuki, managing director of Co-op Bank, emphasized the bank’s commitment to sustainable growth, resilience, and agility.
Muriuki owns a significant two percent stake in Co-op Bank Group. This translates to 117,471,300 shares in the Nairobi-based lender.
Under the leadership of Muriuki, who serves as the bank’s CEO, Co-op Bank has solidified its position as a key player in the market.
Muriuki had once held a two-percent stake in Co-op Bank, but after selling some shares in 2020, his stake had dropped to 1.75 percent.
Muriuki owns a substantial two-percent stake in Co-operative Bank Group, translating to 117,471,300 ordinary shares.
Muriuki owns a significant stake of two percent in Co-op Bank, which translates to 117,471,300 shares in the Nairobi-based lender.
Muriuki, the managing director of Co-op Bank, said the facility will empower to fulfil the financing requirements of MSMEs.
The $1-million drop in Muriuki’s stake can be attributed to a nearly 10-percent decline in Co-op Bank Group’s shares.