Egypt’s Ministry of Finance to List Stakes in 11 State-Owned Firms
TLDR
- Egypt’s Ministry of Finance plans to offer stakes in 11 state-owned companies in the upcoming fiscal year as part of its ongoing privatization agenda
- The plan, outlined in the May 2025 financial report, includes five firms affiliated with the Armed Forces’ National Service Projects Organization
- The move is part of the government’s broader strategy to attract private investment and reduce the state’s economic footprint
Egypt’s Ministry of Finance plans to offer stakes in 11 state-owned companies in the upcoming fiscal year as part of its ongoing privatization agenda. The plan, outlined in the May 2025 financial report, includes five firms affiliated with the Armed Forces’ National Service Projects Organization (NSPO).
The Sovereign Fund of Egypt (TSFE) is leading efforts to restructure these companies ahead of their expected listings on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) between 2025 and 2026.
Among the firms slated for listing are Wataniya Petroleum, Safi bottled water company, Silo Foods, Chillout gas stations, and the National Company for Roads Building and Development. The move is part of the government’s broader strategy to attract private investment and reduce the state’s economic footprint.
In the second quarter of FY 2024/2025, private investment rose 35.4% year-on-year, reaching 53.3% of total investments. At the same time, public investment dropped 25.7%, signaling a shift toward private sector-led growth.
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Key Takeaways
Egypt’s renewed push to privatize state assets reflects both long-term reform goals and immediate fiscal needs. The country is under pressure to meet IMF requirements, improve foreign exchange reserves, and attract foreign direct investment. The inclusion of NSPO-affiliated firms in the privatization program marks a shift in policy. These entities were previously seen as off-limits for public investment or scrutiny. Their listing signals a broader opening of the economy and could help build investor confidence. The TSFE is playing a central role in preparing companies for market entry. Its involvement is seen as a way to improve transparency, governance, and valuation ahead of public offerings. By increasing the share of private investment in the economy, the government aims to reduce its fiscal burden, stimulate job creation, and boost productivity. The listings are expected to draw interest from both domestic and regional investors, particularly Gulf-based sovereign funds that have recently shown growing interest in Egyptian assets.
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