SBG Securities Uganda has unveiled a USD Fixed Income Unit Trust Fund, broadening its existing Uganda Shilling (UGX) investment portfolio and strengthening its push to offer multi-currency investment solutions.
SBG Securities Uganda Limited is a licensed investment firm operating under Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited and is part of the Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest banking group by assets.
A member of the Uganda Securities Exchange, the firm offers brokerage, advisory, and investment services across equities, fixed income, and collective investment schemes, with a focus on professionalism, transparency, and financial inclusion.
The new USD option builds on the firm’s UGX Unit Trust offering, providing investors with an opportunity to diversify their portfolios across different currencies.
Its introduction comes amid heightened global uncertainty, partly driven by instability in the Middle East and fluctuating energy prices, which continue to influence currencies and investment returns across various markets.
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive of SBG Securities Uganda, Grace Semakula, said the product is intended to help investors stay resilient while tapping into emerging opportunities.
“The Uganda Shilling remains a strong and important foundation for local investment. However, in today’s dynamic global environment, it is increasingly important for investors to diversify thoughtfully. Our USD Fixed Income Unit Trust Fund complements our UGX offering by giving clients flexibility as they navigate their different investment needs,” he said.
The USD Fixed Investment Account allows clients to hedge against currency volatility, especially those with exposure to foreign currencies, while still benefiting from opportunities in UGX-denominated investments within the local economy.
Semakula noted that the new offering is part of a broader strategic direction for the company.
“We are committed to building a robust, multi-product investment suite for our clients. Today, we are offering both UGX and USD options, and we hope to add more as we innovate and expand our solutions to meet the evolving needs of Ugandan investors,” he said.
He added that in an increasingly unpredictable global economic environment, investors require more than just products.
“In times like these, investors need more than just access to products—they need insight, stability, and a partner they can trust. SBG Securities is committed to helping our clients make informed decisions and build resilient portfolios for the future,” he said.
The launch aligns with Stanbic Uganda’s broader goal of driving economic growth by expanding access to financial services and equipping clients with tools to build and preserve wealth.
Salima Katamba, Investment Manager at SBG Securities, said unit trusts offer an accessible path for individuals to grow their savings gradually.
“The reason why anyone should consider investing in the unit trust is that someone can collect smaller amounts of money. Some of us have bigger dreams and aspirations but we may not have all the money in one go, but it is possible to keep collecting it every month or everyday depending on what you earn so that you can create that bigger pool”
Clients can access both the UGX and USD Fixed Investment options through the SBG Securities website, its physical offices, or via Stanbic Bank Uganda outlets across the country.
The minimum initial investment for the USD Fixed Income Fund is set at USD 100, with subsequent top-ups of the same amount. Investors also have the flexibility to make contributions and withdrawals at their convenience.
“The fund invests primarily in USD-denominated short-term fixed and floating-rate debt instruments issued by sovereign governments, rated banks and corporate entities in East Africa and offshore markets,” Semakula said.
