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Mall of Egypt, situated in 6th of October City, Cairo, represents a premier super-regional retail destination developed by Majid Al Futtaim and operational since 2014. The property boasts 165,000 square meters of gross leasable area within a larger 440,000 square meter mixed-use complex that integrates shopping, entertainment, offices, and residential elements. It accommodates approximately 400 tenants, with a balanced mix comprising 40% fashion outlets featuring international brands such as Zara, H&M, and luxury options like Gucci; 25% food and beverage venues offering diverse cuisines; 20% entertainment facilities including the unique Ski Egypt indoor ski slope, VOX Cinemas, and an adventure park; and anchors like Carrefour hypermarket.

The mall serves a primary catchment area of 5-10 km radius, encompassing over 2 million residents in affluent western Cairo suburbs, characterized by middle to upper-income households with strong purchasing power for premium goods. Occupancy levels stand at around 92%, surpassing the Cairo suburban average of 82% as per recent JLL reports, driven by monthly footfall exceeding 1.5 million visitors.

Rent levels are positioned at 25-40 USD per square meter annually, providing competitive value relative to central Cairo premiums while reflecting the propertys high-end appeal.

Accessibility benefits from proximity to major highways like the Ring Road and Al Wahat Road, facilitating inflow from greater Cairo, although peak traffic congestion remains a notable challenge. Leasing opportunities are enhanced by flexible unit configurations from 40 to 10,000 square meters, robust promotional support from experienced management, and integration with mixed-use amenities that extend dwell times to an average of 3 hours.

Nonetheless, the market faces risks from regional economic volatility, including inflation and currency devaluation, which could impact consumer spending. Competition within 6th of October is intensifying with nearby developments, necessitating strategic tenant positioning to maintain sales velocity.

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Monday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 11:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

El Wahat Road, 6th Of October, Egypt

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Demographic Profile

The trade area for Mall of Egypt includes 6th of October City and adjacent Sheikh Zayed, supporting a population of about 2.5 million with a demographic skew toward middle to upper-middle income families (household incomes EGP 20,000-60,000 monthly). Approximately 55% of visitors are families with children under 18, 25% young professionals aged 18-35, and 20% older adults, drawn by family-oriented entertainment. High literacy rates (over 90%) and a growing expatriate community (5-10% of residents) favor international and lifestyle brands. However, economic disparities may constrain spending on non-essentials, with seasonal fluctuations tied to school holidays boosting footfall by 20-30%. This profile supports strong performance in fashion and leisure but highlights risks in luxury segments amid broader market income volatility.

Competition and Market Factors

6th of October hosts significant retail competition, including Mall of Arabia (100,000 sqm GLA, value-oriented with 300 stores) and Royal Mall (high occupancy at 88%), resulting in fragmented market shares across categories like apparel (15-20% rivalry intensity). Mall of Egypt counters this through distinctive anchors like Ski Egypt, achieving superior dwell times and sales per square meter 10-15% above peers. Market saturation in mid-tier fashion poses downward pressure on rents (potential 5% negotiation leverage), while e-commerce growth (15% annual) erodes physical sales. Broader factors include Egypts 2025 GDP growth projection of 4%, supporting recovery, but infrastructure strains and fuel price hikes could elevate logistics costs for tenants.

Lease Terms and Risks

Leasing at Mall of Egypt typically involves 3-7 year commitments with base rents of 25-40 USD/sqm/year, incorporating turnover clauses (8-12% of sales over breakpoints) and annual escalations of 5-7%. Flexible incentives for anchor tenants include fit-out contributions up to 20% of costs and co-op marketing budgets. Operational quality is high under Majid Al Futtaim management, with 95% uptime on facilities and digital analytics for traffic optimization. Key risks encompass aging infrastructure (post-10 years, potential capex needs for HVAC/upgrades estimated at 10% of rent value) and macroeconomic challenges like EGP devaluation, which may increase operational expenses by 15-20%. Accessibility issues during rush hours could reduce effective footfall by 10%, advising clauses for traffic mitigation in agreements.

Building Details

Property Type
Super Regional
Gross Leasable Area
170,000
Year Built
2017
Parking Spaces
5000
Average Monthly Footfall
1,250,000
Owner
Majid Al Futtaim Properties
Anchor Tenants
M & S, Zara, Centrepoint, Marina Home, Sharaf DG, Carrefour, Ego

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
10 km radius Kilometers
Secondary Catchment Area
30 km radius Kilometers
Catchment area population
2,500,000 People
Population growth rate
2.5 %
Median age
25 Years
Household size
4.2 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
25.0 %

Median household income
4,500 USD
Unemployment rate
8.5 %
Cost of living index
65 Index (US=100)

Retail spending per capita
1,200 USD
Spending on apparel
250 USD
Spending on groceries
600 USD
Spending on electronics
150 USD

Annual foot traffic
15,000,000 Visitors
Dwell time
120 Minutes
Conversion rate
30.0 %
Sales per square meter
2,500 USD

Number of retail stores
350 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes Boolean
Competitor density (same category)
Medium Qualitative
Tenant diversity
High Qualitative
Unique Concepts
Ski Egypt, Magic Planet Features

Gross Leasable Area
170,000 sqm
Number of Levels
4 Levels
Average rent per square meter
30 USD/month
Vacancy rate
7.2 %
Lease term flexibility
High Qualitative
Available retail space
5,000 Square meters

Proximity to main roads
Direct access to Al Wahat Road Qualitative
Public transport access
Good Qualitative
Parking spaces
5,000 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High Qualitative

E-commerce competition
High Qualitative
Click-and-collect adoption
Medium Qualitative
Internet penetration
60.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low Qualitative
Security measures
CCTV, guards, patrols Features

Promotional events
Frequent Qualitative
Loyalty program penetration
40.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes Boolean

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Ongoing Qualitative
Mall expansion plans
nan Qualitative
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