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Ethiopia’s Securities Exchange Set to Launch in January 2025

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Michael Masrie

Michael Masrie is an Ethiopian journalist and analyst specializing in political economy, geopolitics, diplomacy, and international affairs.
  • Ethiopia’s first securities exchange to begin operations in early 2025, focusing initially on treasury bills and corporate bonds.
  • The platform is expected to boost business financing, attract foreign capital, and modernize the economy.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) is set to commence trading operations in January 2025, representing a significant milestone in Ethiopia’s financial sector development. The announcement follows the issuance of operational licenses by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) on December 7, 2024.

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