Egypt’s financial markets are witnessing a historic moment, as the country’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development has described the recent activity on the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) as nothing short of “unprecedented.”
Speaking during a press briefing in Cairo, the Minister praised the surge in investor confidence, trading volumes, and foreign inflows that have pushed Egypt’s benchmark index to record levels in recent weeks. She credited the government’s ongoing economic reforms, privatization drive, and macroeconomic stabilization efforts for reigniting interest in Egyptian equities.
“What we are witnessing today on the Egyptian Stock Exchange is a milestone,” she said. “We have not seen this level of activity, momentum, and participation both locally and internationally in many years.”
Market analysts agree that Egypt’s EGX has become a standout performer among emerging markets in 2025, driven by renewed interest from Gulf investors, a weakening dollar, and stronger-than-expected corporate earnings across key sectors like banking, infrastructure, and energy.
According to recent data, the EGX 30 index has reached its highest level in history, while total daily turnover has exceeded LE 3 billion on multiple occasions in the past month a figure rarely seen in recent years.
The Minister also highlighted the role of digital transformation in attracting a new generation of retail investors, noting that recent upgrades to trading platforms and simplified account openings have expanded market participation beyond traditional institutional players.
“This momentum is not accidental. It is the result of careful planning and bold policy decisions designed to make Egypt an attractive, competitive market on the global stage,” she added.
As Egypt continues to roll out privatization plans and open strategic sectors to private capital, observers believe the EGX is poised to remain a magnet for investment and a barometer of Egypt’s broader economic resilience.
With strong signals from both the public and private sectors, many now believe that Egypt’s capital market renaissance is just getting started.
