The Central Bank of Egypt announced that the country's foreign reserves reached $57.35 billion at the end of September 2026. This represents an increase of $137 million from the previous month's reserve of $57.21 billion. The bank reported that the reserves had been steadily rising over the past few months, reflecting a positive trend in the country's economy.

According to the Central Bank, the foreign reserves had increased by $920.6 million in August, rising from $56.2939 billion at the end of July to $57.2145 billion. This followed a $1.22 billion increase in July, when the reserves reached $55.0723 billion from $53.1342 billion at the end of June.

The Central Bank's data showed that the foreign reserves had been on an upward trajectory since the end of December 2025, when they stood at $51.45 billion. The steady increase in reserves over the past year is seen as a positive indicator for Egypt's economy. The reserves are composed of a basket of major international currencies, including the US dollar, euro, British pound, Japanese yen, and Chinese yuan.

The rise in foreign reserves is expected to have a positive impact on Egypt's economy, as it provides a buffer against external shocks and helps to maintain economic stability. The Central Bank's efforts to boost foreign reserves are seen as part of its broader strategy to promote economic growth and stability.

Egypt's foreign reserves are an important indicator of the country's economic health, as they reflect its ability to meet its external obligations and finance its imports. The Central Bank's data showed that the reserves had been steadily rising over the past year, despite some fluctuations in the global economy.

The increase in foreign reserves is also seen as a vote of confidence in Egypt's economy, as it reflects the country's ability to attract foreign investment and maintain economic stability. The Central Bank's efforts to boost foreign reserves are expected to continue, as part of its strategy to promote economic growth and stability.

In conclusion, Egypt's foreign reserves have continued to rise, reaching $57.35 billion at the end of September. This reflects a positive trend in the country's economy and is seen as a positive indicator for economic growth and stability. The Central Bank's efforts to boost foreign reserves are expected to continue, as part of its broader strategy to promote economic growth and stability.

Key points

  • Egypt's foreign reserves increased to $57.35 billion at the end of September.
  • The reserves have been steadily rising over the past year, reflecting a positive trend in the country's economy.
  • The rise in foreign reserves is expected to have a positive impact on Egypt's economy, promoting economic growth and stability.

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