Egypt set for 5.1% growth in 2025-26
During the fiscal year 2025-2026, the Egyptian economy achieved a growth rate of 5.1%, up from 4.4% in the previous year. This surpasses the expectations of international institutions and reflects the sustainability and strength of the growth despite regional tensions. This growth is attributed to improved performance across sectors such as manufacturing, the Suez Canal, and oil refining. The Suez Canal grew by 23.3% over the year and 33.8% in the last quarter, while oil refining activity increased by 8.7% after contracting in the previous year. The telecommunications sector also experienced significant growth of 24.3%, supported by digital infrastructure development and increased exports of digital services. Additionally, the manufacturing, trade, and telecommunications sectors contributed collectively to 48% of the total growth. The tourism sector also grew by 6.5%, continuing its recovery with improved tourism movement. Overall, these results confirm the resilience and sustainability of the Egyptian economy and its ability to adapt to regional challenges.
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