First Chartered Securities Ltd

First Chartered Securities Ltd is a prominent private investment firm headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. The firm has a diversified portfolio that spans several sectors, including financial services, real estate, agriculture, insurance, logistics, milling, and beverages. Its strategic investments have established it as a key player in the Kenyan market.

The firm's investment strategy focuses on acquiring substantial stakes in established companies across various industries. Notably, First Chartered Securities holds an 80% stake in the ICEA Lion Group, one of Eastern Africa's largest insurance companies, following the merger of the Insurance Company of East Africa (ICEA) and Lion of Kenya Insurance. Additionally, the firm has a 24.98% stake in NIC Bank, valued at approximately US$64 million as of December 2012.

Beyond financial services, First Chartered Securities has made significant investments in real estate, including properties like Riverside Park and AMBank House in Nairobi. The firm has also ventured into sectors such as logistics, agriculture, milling, and beverages, demonstrating its commitment to diversifying its investment portfolio and contributing to various facets of the Kenyan economy.