Gold fund assets reach LE 9.28 billion as retail investors drive market growth

CAIRO - 14 April 2026: Recent reports from Egypt’s Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) show that the total net asset value of gold investment funds climbed to about LE 9.28 billion by the end of March 2026, spread across roughly 289 thousand accounts, highlighting the rising appetite for this investment vehicle in recent months.

According to the report, individual investors hold the majority share of accounts at 72 percent, compared with 28 percent for institutions, confirming the strong presence of retail investors in the gold funds market.

The data also revealed a clear gender disparity among individual investors, with men accounting for 83 percent of accounts, while women represent 17 percent.

In terms of age demographics, the 20 to 30 age group emerged as the most active segment in gold fund investments, making up approximately 39.8 percent of total accounts. This reflects a growing tendency among younger investors to turn to alternative and hedging instruments.

The report added that the number of gold investment funds listed in the market reached 6 funds by the end of last March, reinforcing their role as a flexible investment option that enables both individuals and institutions to invest in gold without physically holding the metal.

The increasing popularity of gold funds comes amid ongoing global economic uncertainty, strengthening their position as a safe-haven asset and supporting expectations of continued expansion in the sector in the coming period.