The division's report highlighted that 21-karat gold, the most active in the local market, has jumped by about 1155 Egyptian pounds since the year's start, from 3720 to a record 4875 pounds today, Monday.
Ehab Wasef, head of the division, noted a sharp increase of
roughly 100 pounds per gram in today's trading alone (2.09%), reflecting
anticipation and direct impact from international shifts, influenced by a 2.5%
overnight surge in the gold ounce to $3387. He added that local record highs mirror a
global historic climb, with the ounce surpassing $3387 amid trade war concerns
led by the US and a US dollar dip to its lowest since early 2022.
Wasef pointed out that global markets are eyeing key
developments this week, including IMF economic growth updates and PMI data, for
a clearer view of global economic performance amid increasing US administration
statements.
The division head emphasized that continued international uncertainty will maintain gold's upward trajectory, globally and locally, especially given US President Donald Trump's growing pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, factors boosting gold's appeal as a safe investment.