In a further indication of the strength of the Egyptian capital market's infrastructure, Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR) announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. The company reported net profits of approximately EGP 1.95 billion, compared to approximately EGP 1.69 billion in 2024, representing a 15% year-on-year increase. This performance reinforces MCDR's exceptional performance and upward trajectory, solidifying its position as one of the most important financial institutions supporting the capital markets.
This strong performance reflects the success of MCDR's strategy in combining financial growth, operational efficiency, and service expansion, along with accelerating digital transformation. This enhances the competitiveness of the Egyptian market and improves the readiness of its infrastructure to keep pace with global developments.
Regarding revenue growth, operating revenues increased by 15% compared to 2024, while investment income recorded a remarkable 29% growth compared to the previous year. This reflects efficient resource management and maximizing shareholder value. Regarding operational performance, the company continued its pivotal role in supporting market efficiency and stability, executing over 28 million settlement transactions during the year with a total value approaching EGP 1.3 trillion, representing a growth rate of nearly 15%. The number of companies registered with the Central Securities Depository (CSD) also increased to approximately 13,700, reflecting a 6% growth, demonstrating enhanced confidence in the CSD system.
Investor services also witnessed significant development, with the company providing approximately 41,000 services to investors during 2025, representing a 6% growth rate. This was accompanied by the continued expansion of electronic signature services, exceeding 73,000 clients and issuing over 33,000 new electronic signature certificates during 2025.
In line with the company's strategy to enhance digital transformation and improve customer service, the company developed and expanded the services offered through its mobile application, "Egypt Clear." This transformed the application into a comprehensive digital platform, enabling investors to access services directly, securely, and quickly. This reflects the company's commitment to promoting smart financial services, with the application boasting 5,500 subscribers by the end of 2025.
In this context, Dr. Khaled Serry Siam, Chairman of the Board of Directors, affirmed that the company's performance in 2025 reflects the strength of its institutional structure and the effectiveness of its governance system, which is a cornerstone of sustainable performance and enhanced market confidence. These results are a testament to the efforts of the company's board of directors, executive management, and all its employees in developing and implementing the company's strategy aimed at achieving institutional and technological development. This strategy focuses on strengthening governance, risk management, and applying international best practices, ensuring sustainable performance and enhancing investor and market confidence in Egypt.
The board also emphasized its commitment to balancing maximizing shareholder returns with maintaining market stability through the adoption of sound operational and investment policies that support sustainable growth.
For his part, Eng. Hisham Mabrouk, the company's Managing Director, stated:
"The company is undergoing a qualitative transformation in its business model, which is reflected in the 2025 results. Growth is no longer solely driven by expanding operations, but is now fueled by revenue diversification, increased operational efficiency, and the expansion of digital solutions. This solidifies the company's position as a key pillar in the digital financial infrastructure, serving all market participants with high efficiency and reliability."
As part of its corporate social responsibility, the company continues to support a number of development initiatives in the fields of health, education, and social welfare, reflecting a balanced approach that combines achieving sustainable financial performance with actively contributing to the community.
Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR) is the entity responsible for clearing, settlement, central custody, shareholder register, dividend distribution, and electronic signature services. It was established in accordance with the provisions of Capital Market Law No. 95 of 1992 and operates under Central Depository and Registry Law No. 93 of 2000 and its amendments, with the aim of enhancing market efficiency and supporting a safe and sustainable investment environment.