Strategic Guidance from a Market Leader
Kestrel Capital is recognized as a trusted market leader in Corporate Advisory, specializing in formulating and executing customized solutions for complex corporate challenges. The firm’s success in high-value transactions stems from its ability to integrate its four core service areas (Corporate Advisory, Sales & Trading, Research, and Private Placements) into a seamless strategy. This ensures that all strategic advice is informed by market appetite, validated by deep research, and engineered for optimal execution.
The Corporate Advisory division handles critical, high-value corporate transactions, including:
- Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and NSE Equity Listings.
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
- Fixed Income Listings.
- The provision of Fairness Opinions.
A Proven Track Record in Landmark Deals
Kestrel Capital’s transaction history serves as a blueprint for strategic success in East Africa. The firm has concluded over 30 corporate advisory transactions over the past decade, spanning vital economic sectors including banking, telecommunications, and real estate.
Key examples of Kestrel’s deep experience include:
- Playing a principal role in major equity raisings for companies like KCB and DTB.
- Assisting in marketing and placing the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) IPO in 2014.
- Advising on the complex financial restructuring of major listed firms.
- Acting as Lead Transaction Advisor for various REITs placements.
Private Placements: The Stepping Stone to Listing
For private companies, Kestrel Capital’s Private Placements service is a critical mechanism for long-term growth. This service involves the origination, structuring, and execution of private securities, including equities and debt.
Benefits of Private Placements:
- Lower Cost of Capital: Allows private companies to broaden their funding sources, reducing the overall cost of capital.
- Listing Preparation: Crucially, private placements serve as the essential stepping-stone for issuing securities to the general public by way of listing.
This service connects growth companies with investors—both institutional and retail—who are seeking diversification and early access to high-growth sectors.
Comprehensive Private Capital Expertise
Kestrel’s expertise in private capital is delivered through specific services:
- Commercial paper origination and placement.
- Over-the-counter (OTC) set-up and trading.
- Private Equity sell-side advisory.
By partnering with Kestrel Capital, companies secure not just capital, but a holistic strategy that facilitates a smooth transition from private growth to public market success.
