Month: August 2026

Egypt, Libya sign protocol to launch Industrial Integration Exhibition

The Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) has signed a cooperation protocol with the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Benghazi to organize an annual Egyptian-Libyan Industrial Integration Exhibition in Benghazi, with the first edition tentatively scheduled for April 2027. The initiative aims to strengthen industrial, trade,…

Suez Canal Bank reports EGP 3.63bn net profit in H1 2026

Suez Canal Bank (SCB) delivered strong financial results during the first half of 2026, supported by robust growth across its core banking activities despite a macroeconomic environment marked by easing inflation and a cumulative 500 basis-point reduction in domestic policy rates since June 2025. Net interest income increased by 47.4%…

HDB posts EGP 9.924bn net profit in H1 2026

Housing and Development Bank (HDB) delivered strong financial results during the first half (H1) of 2026, underpinned by its solid financial position, efficient business model and flexible operating policies, as it continued executing its strategy focused on innovation, digital transformation, enhancing customer experience and strengthening customer confidence to drive sustainable…

Egypt’s foreign exchange reserves surpass $50 billion

The Executive Chairman of the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), Omar Radwan, affirmed that the Egyptian stock market acts as a mirror to the country’s economy. He noted that proactive measures taken by the Egyptian government at the onset of the region’s geopolitical crisis since March enabled the Central Bank to play…

Egypt targets 45% renewable energy share by 2028

Egypt is targeting renewable energy to account for 45% of its total electricity generation by 2028 as it accelerates investments in clean energy, battery storage systems and local manufacturing. President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reviewed progress on the national strategy to expand new and renewable energy projects during a meeting in…