Egypt's markets witnessed a relative stability in the prices of vegetables, fruits, fish, poultry, and meat on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. According to the latest updates from the Obour Market and the poultry exchange, the stability is supported by the availability of supply and regular trading activity. A field survey revealed slight variations between wholesale and retail prices due to transportation costs and profit margins, without significant price jumps.
The prices of vegetables showed relative stability, with a slight increase of 3-7 pounds per kilogram in retail markets compared to wholesale prices. The price of tomatoes ranged from 7.5 to 17.5 pounds per kilogram, potatoes from 14 to 18 pounds, white onions from 11 to 18 pounds, and red onions from 11 to 15 pounds. Other vegetables, such as zucchini, carrots, eggplants, and peppers, also showed stable prices.
The prices of fruits also stabilized with minor variations in retail prices. The price of summer oranges ranged from 15 to 20 pounds per kilogram, grapefruits from 14 to 20 pounds, and lemons from 18 to 20 pounds. The prices of various types of mangoes, such as Awais, Hindi, and Zebda, ranged from 42 to 150 pounds per kilogram. Other fruits, like bananas, watermelons, and cantaloupes, also showed stable prices.
The prices of fish maintained their stability, 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 for the second quality. Other fish, such as fillet, white bass, and shrimp, also showed stable prices.
The prices of poultry also showed stability, with the price of white chicken ranging from 60 to 70 pounds per kilogram in the Obour Market, and from 80 to 85 pounds in retail markets. The prices of Saso and Baladi chickens also showed stability, ranging from 100 to 120 pounds per kilogram.
The prices of eggs also stabilized, with the price of a carton of red eggs at 105 pounds in wholesale markets, and from 115 to 125 pounds in retail markets. The price of a carton of white eggs was 100 pounds in wholesale markets, and from 110 to 120 pounds in retail markets.
The prices of meat also showed stability, with the price of beef ranging from 400 to 450 pounds per kilogram, and lamb from 380 to 430 pounds per kilogram. The government-run outlets and initiatives, such as "Hayat Karima," continued to offer meat at discounted prices, which helped increase supply and achieve relative balance in the markets.
Key points
- The Egyptian market witnessed a relative stability in the prices of vegetables, fruits, and meat on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
- The stability in prices is supported by the availability of supply and regular trading activity.
- Government-run outlets and initiatives continued to offer meat at discounted prices to increase supply and achieve balance in the markets.
