The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) said a 1% cut in interest rates is appropriate to maintain a monetary policy stance that anchors inflation expectations and supports the continued downward trajectory of inflation. The MPC said the decision reflects its assessment of inflation developments and the inflation outlook since its previous meeting on 20 November. In global commodity markets, oil prices declined as global supply outpaced demand, while agricultural commodity prices recorded mixed movements. Domestically, the MPC said the CBE’s estimates point to real GDP growth of around 5% in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with 5.3% in the third quarter. In 2026, inflation is expected to decline further and approach the Bank’s target by the fourth quarter of the year.

Source: Daily News Egypt December 27, 2025 16:05 UTC