What to consider when investing in special funds

Unit trusts have equally been attractive to investors particularly individuals and households based on the double digit returns on offer from the funds.

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Sh300 billion and growing. That’s the combined value of all collective investment schemes in the country.

Money market funds (MMFs) lead, accounting for almost two-thirds of all funds under management, with some topping 18 percent in return. Can’t blame investors herding into MMFs. Who doesn't need the biggest bang for their buck?

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Note: The results are not exact but very close to the actual.