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Egypt's inflation rates show signs of easing
Egypt's annual inflation rate decreased to 12% in October, down from 12.8% in September, indicating a positive trend in controlling inflation.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 5 November 2026.
The story so far as of 5 November 2026
On 10 October, Egypt's annual urban inflation rate decreased to 13.9% in September from 14.5% in August, according to CAPMAS. On 19 October, the Central Bank of Egypt confirmed the same inflation rate of 13.9% for September, attributing the decline to reduced non-food inflation. On 5 November, CAPMAS reported that the annual inflation rate further eased to 12% in October, down from 12.8% in September, with monthly inflation decreasing to 0.6%.
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- Markets
Egypt's annual inflation eases to 12% in October
Impact Retailers and financial planners see improved purchasing power and cost stability.
Sources: Amwal Al Ghad ↗
- Markets
Egypt's urban inflation slows to 13.9% in September
Impact Retailers and consumers experience reduced inflationary pressure with a 0.6% drop in urban inflation.
Sources: DailyNewsEgypt ↗
- Markets
Egypt's urban inflation eases to 13.9% in September
Impact Lenders and borrowers in Egypt see a slight easing in inflation pressures, although food prices remain a concern.
Sources: DailyNewsEgypt ↗
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