Mohamed Farid

FRA champions digital transformation at Cairo ICT Conference

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 - 02:31 GMT

He reaffirmed the FRA’s dedication to creating a supportive regulatory environment and advancing innovative solutions in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030.

To ensure market financial stability, FRA suspends new licensing for consumer, micro finance companies

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 - 09:51 GMT

In an official statement, the FRA explained that it aims to ensure financial stability within non-banking financial institutions, a critical component for bolstering the national economy and meeting individual needs.

Total net assets of Egypt’s gold investment funds have grown substantially: FRA chairperson

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 - 11:27 GMT

As of August 2024, the total net assets of gold investment funds have significantly increased compared to July, marking a positive trend for funds AZ-Gold, Evolve Gold, and Dahab fund, according to a report presented by Mohamed Farid Saleh, Chairman of FRA

12 projects get FRA approval to join carbon emissions reduction database

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 - 12:43 GMT

Approved by the FRA’s Committee for the Oversight and Supervision of Carbon Emission Reduction Units, chaired by FRA head Mohamed Farid, is a significant step in Egypt's effort to combat climate change through regulated carbon trading

FRA inaugurates trading on Africa’s 1st voluntary carbon market

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 - 02:26 GMT

Trading started today, August 13th, with oversight provided by financial authorities in Egypt and across Africa.

Egypt closer to launch of carbon certificate market, FRA completes necessary regulatory requirements

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 - 02:59 GMT

Mohamed Farid, Chairman of the FRA, emphasized that the new regulated market represents a milestone in Egypt’s environmental and financial sectors

FRA releases new conditions for brokerage firms to trade in upcoming voluntary carbon market

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 - 12:07 GMT

On Tuesday, Farid issued Decision No. 1732 of 2024, revealing the specific criteria for firms to qualify for future FRA approval

Egypt to enhance commodity exchange for economic contribution

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 - 11:30 GMT

The importance of conducting transactions in accordance with market mechanisms was emphasized, with the goal of achieving transparency and clarity at the highest levels.

FRA, FDA collaborate for Egypt’s non-banking financial in SDG

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 - 02:54 GMT

They recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that outlines their shared commitment to promote climate practices and sustainable financing in Egypt.

Number of Egyptian citizens investing in gold funds surges to 108,808 clients

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 - 10:24 GMT

The report highlights that the first Egyptian gold investment fund, known as the AZ-Gold fund and managed by Azimut Egypt Fund and Portfolio Management Company, was launched in May 2023.

FRA to build fintech companies for SME financing, digital services

Tue, 28 May 2024 - 01:22 GMT

Additionally, the committee approved the creation of V.Lens, a company specializing in electronic identification, verification, and authentication services.

FRA introduces amendments to establish hedge funds on EGX

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 09:22 GMT

The amendments aim to diversify investment tools, enhance competitiveness, and make the Egyptian market more attractive to investors, according to Farid

FRA Chairman advocates for stability and flexibility in global financial markets at IMF meetings

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 04:25 GMT

To stimulate liquidity and trading on both government and corporate bond markets, Farid called for increased transparency and disclosure, along with simplified and streamlined issuance procedures

FRA approves 3 entities for reducing carbon emissions projects

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 - 01:33 GMT

These entities are the Center of Organic Agriculture in Egypt (COAE), TUV NORD Egypt Company, and the international entity TUV NORD Cert Company. The approvals are valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance

FRA introduces capital requirements for FinTech startups in non-banking finance

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 - 03:29 GMT

The primary objective of this resolution is to ensure the financial stability of these companies and their ability to deliver efficient services

Financial Regulatory Authority mandates pricing regulations for insurance companies

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 04:11 GMT

This regulatory measure aligns with the FRA's broader goals of boosting market efficiency, protecting competitiveness, and promoting fairness in dealing and pricing.

Pachin starts the delisting procedures of its shares from EGX

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 02:37 GMT

The company has offered to repurchase shares from shareholders who object to this move at a price of LE 39.80 per share.

Financial Regulatory Authority reveals regulations for entry to new carbon market

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 - 11:37 GMT

During last year’s COP27 conference, Egypt revealed that it would launch Africa’s first voluntary carbon market, allowing companies in Egypt and Africa to trade certified carbon credits

Misr Life Insurance, NBE launch Egypt’s first USD pension plans

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 - 02:06 GMT

The minimum amount is $500 and the maximum is $10,000 per plan during the year.

FRA releases new regulations regarding investment funds dealing in minerals

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 - 04:05 GMT

FRA head, Mohamed Farid, has announced that the authority’s board of directors has issued two new decisions regarding investment funds dealing in minerals as one of the transferred financial values

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