The Cabinet's media center attributed the growth to integrated trade policies, improved business environments, and enhanced global competitiveness. This surge helped narrow the trade deficit by 11.9%, bringing it down to $30.3 billion from $34.4 billion in 2024.
The United Arab Emirates emerged as the top destination for
Egyptian non-oil goods, with exports skyrocketing 131% to $6.6 billion. Other
key markets included: Turkey: $2.9 billion (up 1%), Italy: $2.6 billion (up
29%), and the United States: $2.5 billion (up 21%).
Building materials led the export sectors, generating $13.7
billion—a 39% increase. Other high-performing sectors included: Chemicals and
Fertilizers: $8.6 billion (up 8%), food industries: $6.4 billion (up 13%), engineering
and electronics: $5.9 billion (up 14%), ready-made garments: $3.1 billion (up
21%), and medical industries: $898 million (up 26%)
Global rating agencies issued positive forecasts for Egypt’s
export trajectory. Fitch Ratings noted that Egypt’s broad industrial base and
exchange rate stability are key drivers for heavy industry and processed food
exports.
Meanwhile, S&P Global reported that the new export orders index for the non-oil private sector moved into growth territory for the first time in 2025, rising to 51.7 points in November from 48.5 points in January.