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Kenya’s balance of payments records a 46.4% deficit decline in 2023

Patricia Mutua by Patricia Mutua
May 24, 2024
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According to the FY’2023 Economic Survey released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Kenya’s balance of payments position improved by 46.4% in FY’2023, coming in at a deficit of KES 134.8 bn, from a deficit of KES 251.5 bn in FY’2022, and a slight deterioration from the KES 131.5 bn deficit recorded in Q3’2023.

The deficit narrowing was mainly on the back of narrowing of the current account deficit by 13.0% to KES 603.7 bn in FY’2023 from the KES 694.2 bn deficit recorded in FY’2022, coupled with a 4.6% increase in capital account balance to a surplus of KES 17.3 bn in FY’2023 up from a surplus of KES 16.5 bn in FY’2022, (capital account shows capital transfers receivable and payable between residents and non-residents, including the acquisition and disposal of non-produced non-financial items, including foreign direct investments).

The positive performance was however weighed down by a 21.2% decrease in the financial account surplus balance to a surplus of KES 384.7 bn in FY’2023, from the surplus of KES 488.4 bn recorded in FY’2022

The balance of payments (BOP) is a comprehensive record of a country’s financial transactions with the rest of the world, including imports, exports, and capital flows. When a country narrows its balance of payments, it indicates a reduction in the discrepancy between its earnings from exports and its expenditure on imports. This can have significant implications for the country’s economy, affecting everything from exchange rates to investment flows.

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A narrowing balance of payments often suggests an improvement in a country’s trade balance, which can be attributed to increased competitiveness of domestic goods, shifts in global demand, or changes in currency valuation. As exports rise and imports fall, the country may experience a boost in domestic production, leading to job creation and economic growth. However, this process can also lead to inflationary pressures if demand outstrips supply.

Moreover, a reduced deficit in the balance of payments can enhance a country’s creditworthiness, making it more attractive to foreign investors. This can lead to an influx of foreign capital, which can be used to finance further economic development. On the other hand, if the narrowing is due to capital outflows, it could signal investor concerns about the country’s economic stability.

The impact of a narrowing balance of payments also extends to exchange rates. A smaller deficit can lead to an appreciation of the domestic currency, as demand for the currency increases relative to its supply. While this can make imports cheaper and benefit consumers, it can also make exports less competitive, potentially reversing the improvements in the trade balance.

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