Welcome to The Formula General Trading Plc

Innovate. Elevate. Lead.

Established in August 2025, The Formula General Trading Plc is a forward-thinking and innovative company dedicated to delivering comprehensive services and advanced business solutions throughout Ethiopia.

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About Us

Our mission is to create sustainable enterprises that fuel economic growth and foster community development by embracing unconventional approaches and innovative thinking.

We recognize that knowledge is essential for successful business. We follow the concept of the Blue Ocean which represents the creation of new, uncontested market spaces where competition becomes irrelevant.

Blue Ocean Strategy

Introduced by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne, the Blue Ocean Strategy emphasizes simultaneously pursuing differentiation and low cost to unlock new market spaces. This strategy centers on value innovation—delivering unique value to customers while cutting costs to render competition obsolete.

Unlike "red oceans," which are saturated with fierce competition and battles for market share, blue oceans open up unexplored, competition-free markets. In these markets, demand is generated rather than contested, presenting significant opportunities for rapid and profitable growth.

Key elements of the Blue Ocean Strategy include:

  • Creating and capturing new demand in untapped markets
  • Rendering competition irrelevant by stepping outside traditional industry boundaries
  • Offering distinctive products or services at lower costs
  • Shifting focus from competing in crowded markets ("red oceans") to pioneering new market spaces ("blue oceans")
  • Encouraging businesses to innovate and redefine market rules rather than compete within existing frameworks

Our Philosophy

Technology-Driven Success

In today's age, technology is the key factor that will differentiate our success.

Positive-Sum Approach

While most businesses operate as zero-sum games, our approach is guided by the principle of creating positive-sum outcomes.

Sustainable Savings

We are committed to advising our community on sustainable saving practices.

Competitive Financing

If a loan is necessary, we will facilitate financing with the most competitive, lowest interest rates available.

Our Mission

To provide outstanding marketing, consultancy, and trading services that empower businesses and individuals through expertise, strategic partnerships, and innovative solutions.

Innovate

Embrace unconventional approaches and cutting-edge solutions to drive progress.

Elevate

Raise standards and empower businesses to reach new heights of success.

Lead

Pioneer new market spaces and set trends rather than follow them.

Our Services

Marketing and Promotion

We offer expert marketing and promotional services tailored to enhance brand visibility and market penetration. Through strategic campaigns and innovative approaches, we help our clients grow their business reach effectively.

Consultancy Services

We provide professional consultancy services for business planning, market research, and project development.

Currently conducting feasibility studies for five SACCOs
  • TOWER
  • PRIME
  • MINCH
  • Addis Chora
  • AVANte-garde

Also undertaking feasibility studies for:

Tila Health and Life Insurance Share Company

Wholesale and Retail Operations

Through our FCG division, we serve both wholesale and retail markets, ensuring quality products and reliable supply chains for our customers.

Vehicle Importation

Formula General Trading Plc imports a range of vehicles, meeting the growing demand of transportation solutions within Ethiopia and supporting mobility across sectors.

Future Expansion Plans

To further diversify and expand our impact, Formula General Trading Plc is actively developing new sectors that will commence operations by 2027:

Export Operations

Establishing export activities aimed at connecting Ethiopian products with global markets.

Real Estate Development

Engaging in the development of sustainable residential and commercial properties.

Our Real Estate Housing Program:

We recognize the complexity of the industry. Unlike the typical practices in the country, our Real Estate Housing Program will manage member registration and recruitment for a minimum of one year and offer financing for both the down payment and closing costs. Closing costs are the additional fees and expenses beyond the property's purchase price that buyers (and occasionally sellers) pay to complete a real estate transaction. Importantly, we require buyers to reside in the home after purchase.

Construction Industry

Building infrastructure and construction projects that adhere to modern standards and contribute to national development.

Partnership Highlight

Working with Addisitua Ethiopia SACCO

Strategic Collaboration

Creating synergies that maximize impact and drive sustainable development across Ethiopia.

FormulaEQUIB Program

A unique program dedicated to nurturing and fostering cooperative growth in Ethiopia.

We proudly manage FormulaEQUIB, a unique program dedicated to nurturing and fostering cooperative growth in Ethiopia.

This partnership exemplifies our commitment to creating sustainable enterprises and fostering community development through strategic collaborations.

Our joint efforts focus on empowering local businesses and communities through innovative financial solutions and cooperative models that drive economic growth and social progress.

About FormulaEQUIB

With Formula Equib We will change old saying "Yetebela Equib". Our Equib program will be designed to be safest, secure, accessible to everyone based on their individual capacity and will be available at their convenience.

Our Partnership Initiatives:
  • FormulaEQUIB program for cooperative development
  • Feasibility studies for SACCO establishment
  • Community economic empowerment programs
  • Financial inclusion initiatives

Partnership Benefits

Our collaboration creates mutual benefits for both organizations and the communities we serve.