Trade Leads Egypt’s Microfinance Lending With EGP 41 Billion

Trade accounted for the largest share of microfinance balances in Egypt at the end of June 2026, according to data from the Financial Regulatory Authority.

The sector held 55.96% of total outstanding microfinance financing, which stood at EGP 74.4 billion.

Financing for commercial activities reached about EGP 41 billion, placing trade ahead of other activities benefiting from microfinance.

Services followed with EGP 19 billion in financing. The figures highlight trade’s dominant position, with commercial activities alone accounting for more than half of outstanding microfinance balances.