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EGP gains ground against US D in midday trading

Businessmen Team news 08 January 2026 12:08 PM
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EGP gains ground against US D in midday trading

The US dollar trended lower against the Egyptian pound during midday trading on Thursday, January 8, as local banks reported improved foreign currency liquidity and a stable official exchange market.

According to Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) data, the dollar was quoted at 47.20 pounds for purchase and 47.33 pounds for sale.

The greenback saw similar declines across major state-owned and private lenders. Key rates recorded during midday sessions included:

National Bank of Egypt (NBE):

Buying: EGP 47.20

Selling EGP: 47.30

 

Banque Misr:  

Buying: EGP 47.19

Selling: EGP 47.29

 

Bank of Alexandria:

Buying: EGP 47.19

Selling: EGP 47.29 )

 

Commercial International Bank (CIB):

Buying: EGP 47.16

Selling: EGP 47.26  

 

Banque du Caire:

Buying: EGP 47.19

Selling: EGP 47.29 

Market analysts attribute the pound's appreciation to a balanced supply-and-demand dynamic within the banking system. Investors are also closely monitoring global economic developments and international dollar movements ahead of upcoming economic data releases.

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