Financial Regulatory Authority
This purchase aligns with the FRA's ongoing efforts to enhance the voluntary carbon market, which is regulated by financial authorities to promote environmental sustainability and investment opportunities in Egypt's carbon reduction initiatives.
He reaffirmed the FRA’s dedication to creating a supportive regulatory environment and advancing innovative solutions in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030.
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.
According to a recent FRA report, the loan balances granted to MSMEs increased to LE 66.8 billion by the end of July 2024, compared to LE 46.143 billion by the end of July 2023.
CPME aims to complete acquisitions of target companies within two years from the date of its listing, explained the FRA statement.
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
Ongoing efforts are directed towards expediting digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion within this sector.
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
Trading started today, August 13th, with oversight provided by financial authorities in Egypt and across Africa.
Mohamed Farid, Chairman of the FRA, emphasized that the new regulated market represents a milestone in Egypt’s environmental and financial sectors
On Tuesday, Farid issued Decision No. 1732 of 2024, revealing the specific criteria for firms to qualify for future FRA approval
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.
Additionally, the committee approved the creation of V.Lens, a company specializing in electronic identification, verification, and authentication services.
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
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
By the end of November 2023, the number of consumer finance clients also witnessed a growth of 22.8 percent, to reach 3.128 million beneficiaries, compared to 2.546 million clients at the end of November 2022
The primary objective of this resolution is to ensure the financial stability of these companies and their ability to deliver efficient services
The financial derivatives market will enable investors to better manage the risks associated with various investment instruments, and promote further investing in stocks and securities
The newly launched Resolution No. (223) of 2023 modifies Resolution No. (58) of 2018, which pertains to the regulations for licensing banks and specific non-banking financial companies to engage in investment fund activities
Within the authority’s framework and efforts to enhance regulatory capabilities, and safeguard customer rights, FRA Chairman Mohamed Farid issued Circular No. 4 of 2023
