Egypt’s wealthy Khamis family stake in Oriental Weavers declines by $17.1 million
The market value of their stake in Oriental Weavers has dropped by more than $17 million, due to the sharp devaluation of the Egyptian pound.
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Hassan Allam Construction to lead key projects on Abu Dhabi’s Ramhan Island
This win not only reinforces the company’s footprint in the UAE but also highlights its growing presence in the Middle East’s competitive construction sector.
Yasseen Mansour's Palm Hills stake gains $14 million despite Egyptian pound devaluation
The Egyptian billionaire’s stake could have grown by as much as $41.9 million if not for the devaluation of the Egyptian pound against the U.S. dollar.
MNT-Halan enters UAE market with cutting-edge fintech solutions
MNT-Halan, Egypt's first unicorn fintech, launches in the UAE with its innovative financial super app, aiming to serve 250,000 customers by 2025 and boost financial inclusion across the GCC.
Samih Sawiris acquires $400-million Moroccan tourism project, expands influence in North Africa
Billionaire Sawiris-led consortium to develop Essaouira Mogador with new hotels, resorts, and residential complexes.
Hisham Talaat Moustafa’s TMG stake increases by $321 million, surpasses $1 billion
Hisham Talaat Moustafa’s stake, amounting to 890,566,601 shares, has gained EGP29.46 billion ($321.54 million) in market value since the beginning of the year.
Simbisa Brands to add 31 stores, exceeding 750 by fiscal year-end 2025
Simbisa Brands plans 31 new outlets and refurbishes 44 stores in 2025 to expand market share and enhance customer experience.
Ahmed Ezz’s Ezz Steel stake loses $280 million from currency devaluation
Ezz, who controls 66.4 percent of the Cairo-based steel giant—equivalent to 360,727,978 shares—has suffered a loss of $280.85 million in his stake since the start of the year.
Alami Lazraq’s stake in Moroccan real estate firm gains over $300 million
Lazraq’s stake, amounting to 11,414,630 shares, has gained MAD3.09 billion ($308.31 million) in market value since the beginning of the year.
Meet Nevine Sabbour: Trailblazing banker leading Egypt’s most valuable company
Nevine Sabbour became the first woman to chair Commercial International Bank (CIB) in September 2024, a historic first for Egypt’s banking sector.
Abdallah Sallam’s Madinet Masr signs $11.6 million deal for development project
This partnership underscores the company’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in Egypt’s high-growth real estate market through key collaborations.
Naguib Sawiris unveils new digital news platform targeting emerging markets
Sawiris launches Moniify, a Dubai-based digital platform delivering emerging market business and finance news from a local perspective.
Hassan Allam and partners secure 1,200-megawatt solar deal to advance Egypt’s renewable energy sector
Landmark agreement highlights regional leadership in clean energy transition.
Shares held by El-Sewedy brothers in Egyptian electric giant near $1 billion each
The El-Sewedys, founders of the electrical equipment manufacturing powerhouse, collectively hold a 51.05 percent stake in Elsewedy Electric.
Naguib Sawiris adds nearly $600 million to fortune, maintains spot among Africa’s richest
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
Orascom Development gets $155 million loan to support green tourism in Egypt
The loan comprises two tranches—$96 million and $57.3 million—aimed at financing green upgrades and unlocking growth potential in El Gouna.