Forbes Middle East Unveils Egypt’s 50 Most Valuable Companies in 2026
Egypt’s stock market saw total capitalisation surge over 40% to $67.3 billion by January 2026. The top 50 companies collectively represent $55.8 billion, marking a 48% increase over the past year. Commercial International Bank (CIB) retained its position as the country’s most valuable company at $9.6 billion, followed by real estate giant Talaat Moustafa Group Holding and Elsewedy Electric.
Industrials led the year’s gains, particularly cement and fertiliser producers, with Ferchem Misr reporting a remarkable 746% rise in share price after its merger and main market listing. Banking and financial services dominated the list with 14 companies worth $21.2 billion, while 11 industrial firms contributed $12.4 billion. About half of the ranked companies grew by more than 50% in market value, demonstrating renewed investor optimism.