FRA cuts MCDR fees to boost digital real estate investment platforms

June 1, 2026 - 02:59

Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has approved a reduction in fees imposed by the Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR) for participants using digital platforms that trade real estate investment fund certificates. The decision aims to lower operational costs for investors and platform operators within the growing digital real estate sector.

The fee cut is part of a wider push by the FRA to encourage innovation in financial markets. By making it cheaper to use the central clearing and registry services, regulators hope to attract more participants to digital investment platforms. These platforms allow individuals to buy and sell shares in real estate funds online, offering a more accessible way to invest in property without directly owning buildings.

Officials believe the move will expand the reach of formal financial channels and bring more activity into the regulated market. The reduced fees are expected to benefit both small investors and larger institutions by lowering the barrier to entry for trading fund certificates. The FRA continues to develop policies that support new financial technologies while maintaining oversight and stability in the market.