The Egyptian markets witnessed a relative stability in prices of vegetables, fruits, fish, and poultry on Monday, September 28, 2026. According to the latest updates from the Obour Market and the poultry exchange, the stability is supported by the availability of supplies and regular trading activity. A field survey revealed slight variations between wholesale and retail prices due to transportation costs and profit margins, with no significant price jumps.
The prices of vegetables showed relative stability, with slight increases ranging from 3 to 7 pounds per kilogram in retail markets compared to wholesale prices. For example, tomatoes ranged from 7.5 to 17.5 pounds per kilogram, potatoes from 14 to 20 pounds, and white onions from 13 to 17 pounds. Other vegetables, such as zucchini, carrots, eggplants, and peppers, also showed stable prices.
The prices of fruits also remained stable with minor variations in retail prices. Orange prices ranged from 7 to 11 pounds per kilogram for local oranges, while Abou Sera oranges ranged from 15 to 20 pounds per kilogram. Other fruits, such as grapefruits, lemons, grapes, and melons, showed stable prices. The prices of high-demand fruits like mangoes varied, with Egyptian mango prices ranging from 100 to 150 pounds per kilogram.
The prices of fish remained stable, particularly for tilapia, which is in high demand. The prices of tilapia ranged from 73 to 75 pounds per kilogram for the first quality and from 68 to 72 pounds per kilogram for the second quality. Other fish, such as fillet, white bass, and shrimp, also showed stable prices.
The prices of poultry also remained stable, with white chicken prices ranging from 60 to 70 pounds per kilogram in the poultry exchange. In retail markets, prices ranged from 80 to 85 pounds per kilogram, depending on the region and transportation costs. The prices of other types of chicken, such as Saso and local chicken, also showed stability.
The prices of eggs also remained stable, with red eggs priced at 105 pounds per carton wholesale and ranging from 115 to 125 pounds per carton retail. White eggs were priced at 100 pounds per carton wholesale and ranged from 110 to 120 pounds per carton retail.
The prices of meat remained stable, with the availability of various types of meat in consumer outlets and complexes. The prices of local meat, such as beef and lamb, ranged from 400 to 450 pounds per kilogram and from 380 to 430 pounds per kilogram, respectively. The government outlets continued to offer meat at reduced prices, which helped increase the supply and achieve relative balance in the markets.
Key points
- The Egyptian markets see stable prices for vegetables, fruits, fish, and poultry on Monday, September 28, 2026
- The stability in prices is supported by the availability of supplies and regular trading activity
- The government outlets continue to offer meat at reduced prices to help increase the supply and achieve balance in the markets
