Arab Finance: Egypt’s net international reserves (NIR) rose to a record $56.29 billion at the end of July 2026, exceeding $56 billion for the first time, as per the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) data.
This record also extends NIR growth streak to 47 consecutive months.
Last month, the CBE reported that Egypt's NIR increased to $55.072 billion at the end of June 2026.
The international reserves are external assets that include foreign-currency holdings and gold reserves, which are mostly sourced from remittances from Egyptians working abroad, Egyptian exports, and proceeds from the Suez Canal, among other sources.
They are fully controlled by the CBE to be used as a cushion for external shocks.
