AMF Sees Egypt Inflation at 17% in 2026, Easing to 13% in 2027
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Updated · WAYA · Aug 2
AMF Sees Egypt Inflation at 17% in 2026, Easing to 13% in 2027
1 articles · Updated · WAYA · Aug 2
Summary
Egypt’s inflation is projected to hit 17% by end-2026 before resuming its decline to 13% in 2027, according to the Arab Monetary Fund’s Arab Economic Outlook 2026.
The AMF tied that path to imported inflation from Middle East tensions, shipping-route disruptions and higher global energy and commodity prices, alongside pressure from foreign-currency demand.
March 2026 fuel-price increases of 14% to 20% also fed domestic costs, adding to near-term price pressure even as the fund expects broader moderation over time.
Across Arab countries, the AMF sees average inflation at 15.1% in 2026 and 11% in 2027, while excluding exceptional cases including Egypt leaves regional inflation near 3%.
The forecast gives policymakers and investors a benchmark for upcoming inflation readings, with a more stable pricing environment depending on calmer regional conditions and easing external pressures.