EGX3030,245.12 (+1.2%)EGX70 EWI7,122.45 (+0.8%)COMI82.40 (-0.4%)HRHO18.95 (+2.1%)SWDY34.10 (+0.5%)USD/EGP48.21 (-0.1%)EGX3030,245.12 (+1.2%)EGX70 EWI7,122.45 (+0.8%)COMI82.40 (-0.4%)HRHO18.95 (+2.1%)SWDY34.10 (+0.5%)USD/EGP48.21 (-0.1%)
Knowledge Center

A working reference library for the Egyptian capital market.

Education, research, regulatory guidance and terminology — maintained by ECMF committees and reviewed each quarter.

Guides Published64
Research Notes128
Glossary Terms310
UpdatedQuarterly

Knowledge Pillars

Market Education

Structured primers on how the Egyptian Exchange, clearing, settlement and custody actually function — written for new entrants and non-specialists.

Investor Awareness

Plain-language material on risk, diversification, fees, disclosure rights and how to verify that an intermediary is licensed.

Research & Insights

Quarterly analytical notes on liquidity, sector rotation, foreign participation and the impact of monetary policy on market depth.

Regulatory Guides

Practitioner guides to FRA rulebooks, AML/KYC obligations, disclosure timelines and governance codes.

White Papers

Longer-form technical positions on market design: derivatives introduction, market making, short selling and settlement finality.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I verify that a brokerage firm is licensed?

Every ECMF member firm holds a current FRA licence. Check the Member Directory, then confirm the licence number against the FRA public register before opening an account.

What is the settlement cycle on the Egyptian Exchange?

Most listed equities settle on a T+2 basis through MCDR, with same-day settlement available for selected instruments under intraday trading rules.

Who can access ECMF research?

Summary research is public. Full datasets, member surveys and committee papers are available to member firms through the Members Portal.

Does ECMF provide investment advice?

No. ECMF is an industry federation. We publish market education and research; investment advice may only be provided by FRA-licensed advisors.

Glossary of Capital Market Terms

EGX30The Egyptian Exchange benchmark index of the 30 most liquid listed companies, weighted by adjusted market capitalisation.
MCDRMisr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry — the central securities depository for the Egyptian market.
FRAThe Financial Regulatory Authority, supervising non-banking financial activities in Egypt, including securities.
Market MakerA licensed member firm committed to quoting two-way prices in designated securities within defined spread limits.
Free FloatThe proportion of a company's shares available for trading, excluding strategic and locked-in holdings.
T+2Settlement two business days after the trade date, the standard cycle for Egyptian listed equities.
SukukSharia-compliant certificates representing undivided ownership in underlying assets or projects.
ESG DisclosureReporting of environmental, social and governance metrics under FRA sustainability reporting requirements.