AEEmirates NBD has signed a definitive agreement to acquire HSBC's retail banking operations in Egypt, aiming to expand its presence in the region. The acquisition includes HSBC Egypt's retail portfolio, branch network, ATMs, customer base, and employees. The deal requires regulatory approval and financial details were not disclosed, though HSBC expects a pre-tax gain of $300 million. Emirates NBD emphasized Egypt's strategic importance for its regional growth and plans to enhance its role in the UAE-Egypt trade corridor. The bank previously expanded into Egypt in 2013 by acquiring BNP Paribas Egypt and has grown to serve customers through 64 branches nationwide.
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