Egypt September 2026 Inflation Rise
The annual inflation rate in Egypt rose to 12.8% in September 2026, with the Consumer Price Index reaching 294.2 points, compared to 12.7% in August. This increase resulted from rising prices of many goods and services, most notably a 15.1% rise in vegetable prices, with monthly increases exceeding 30% within the food and beverages sector. Additionally, prices for housing, electricity, and fuel increased by 29.6% year over year, with a substantial jump in housing rents of 27.5%. Transportation costs climbed by 21.3%, and education expenses rose by 20%. These increases contributed to the overall inflation rise, mainly driven by higher costs of housing and food, amid ongoing economic challenges and market price fluctuations in Egypt.
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