Egypt’s Financial Regulatory Authority participated in a government meeting on the 2026 state asset offerings programme, reviewing plans to expand the number of companies listed and offered on the Egyptian Exchange in 2026. The pipeline includes a group of state-owned companies being prepared for listing ahead of initial public offerings. The meeting also covered draft laws intended to stimulate financial markets and increase market capitalisation, alongside steps to improve trading efficiency and volumes. Financial Regulatory Authority Chairman Mohamed Farid said the authority is examining amendments to the Capital Market Law that would allow the Egyptian Exchange to change its legal form into a joint-stock company, creating a pathway for the exchange itself to be listed and offered if conditions are suitable. The authority is also studying the potential listing of shares in central securities depository and central registry companies to increase transparency, governance and regulatory oversight. Government officials indicated that 2026 is expected to see additional Egyptian Exchange offerings, supported by improved investor appetite and a wider range of targeted sectors.
Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority 2025-12-29
Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority studies Capital Market Law amendments to enable a joint stock conversion and potential listing of the Egyptian Exchange
Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority reviewed plans to expand state asset offerings on the Egyptian Exchange in 2026, including state-owned companies preparing for IPOs. Draft laws to stimulate financial markets and amendments to the Capital Market Law were discussed, potentially allowing the exchange to become a joint-stock company. The authority is also considering listing shares in central securities depository and registry companies to enhance transparency and governance.