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Expansion of non-banking Financial sector in Egypt
The Financial Regulatory Authority has approved 12 new entities and six fintech firms to enhance non-banking financial activities in Egypt.
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The story so far as of 18 October 2026
On 5 October, the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) approved the establishment of 12 new companies for non-banking financial activities. This initiative, led by Islam Azzam, aimed to broaden the non-banking financial sector. On 18 October, the FRA approved six fintech firms to provide non-banking financial services, including lending and investment, as part of a strategy to enhance access to these services and support digital transformation.
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FRA Approves Six Fintech Firms for Non-Banking Services
Impact Fintech firms gain new opportunities to expand services, affecting the finance and technology sectors.
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FRA approves 12 new non-banking financial entities
Impact Non-banking financial sector expands with 12 new entities approved by the FRA.
Sources: DailyNewsEgypt ↗
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