Bank News
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National Bank of Egypt solidifies position as Egypt’s premier brand
Brand Finance’s research also found that National Bank of Egypt also came out on top for sustainability perceptions, leading across 3 key metrics.
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Key targets of Egypt’s FY2024/2025 budget plan
The FY2024/2025 budget is based on oil prices of $82 per barrel, up from $80 per barrel in the current FY2023/2024.
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IFC’s banking finance network upgrades Egypt’s performance to ‘Advancing’
The matrix provides a measure of progress made at the country level by member institutions to develop a sustainable finance framework.
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Egypt’s major commitments under the IMF’s $8 bln expanded loan deal
The fourth through eighth and final reviews are scheduled to be completed every six months, allowing the country to receive around $1.3 bn each time.
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Egypt and African Development Bank finilise programme to strengthen country's entrepreneurial ecosystem
More than 100 businesses and entrepreneurs have benefited from the financial, tax, administrative, and technological advice offered by top consulting.
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The top 5 banks in Egypt in terms of safety
The safety and reliability of banks are of paramount importance to both consumers and investors, especially in a climate of shifting dynamics.
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Slight shift as dollar reaches EGP 47.8 in major banks on Wednesday
The US dollar exchange rate declined against the Egyptian pound at major banks on Wednesday, reaching EGP 47.8 down from EGP 48 recorded on Sunday.
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Banking system ready to secure foreign currency to increase strategic reserves
El-Sisi has also directed the government to improve its ability to intervene during a commodity shortage crisis to ensure price stability.
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The IMF Outlines Four Primary Goals for Egypt’s Economic Stability
Egypt’s economy has been struggling for years with inflation. In January 2022, one USD cost EGP 15.7, and one year later, it cost EGP 29.8.
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Central Bank of Egypt to launch six tenders for T-bills, bonds totalling $2.51bln
The funds are earmarked for settling past debts and addressing the national budget shortfall.
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South Africa’s Standard Bank Group to set up Egypt office in 2024
The South African bank’s presence in Egypt will allow it “to capitalize on the significant emergence of the Gulf-sub Sahara Africa-Egypt corridor.
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Minister of International Cooperation highlights World Bank's role in development financing
Al-Mashat also discussed regional and international challenges and their impact on developing countries and emerging economies.
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Faisal Islamic Bank’s standalone profits surge 179% YoY in Q1
Revenues grew 82.4% to EGP 10.175 billion in Q1 2024 from EGP 5.580 billion in the same quarter last year.
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World Bank raises its growth forecast for Egyptian economy to 4.2% in 2024/25
The bank has lowered its expectations for Egypt's economic growth during the current year to 2.8 percent from its previous estimates of 3.5 percent.
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Central Bank of Egypt Raises ATM Withdrawal Limits to EGP 30,000
Previously, the limit for ATM withdrawals was EGP 20,000, and for withdrawals from bank branches was EGP 150,000.
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Everything you need to know about the new 85% CD from ABK-Egypt
The Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait – Egypt on Tuesday announced the launch of a three-year certificate of deposit with an interest rate of 85 percent.
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Banque Du Caire Introduces Green Financing Programs For Solar Panels In Egypt
This move aligns seamlessly with Banque Du Caire’s persistent endeavors to promote sustainable financial solutions.
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Egypt banks to close for six days for Eid Al-Fitr
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has announced that banks operating in Egypt will be closed from Tuesday 9 April to Sunday 14 April to celebrate Eid.
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IMF ties Egypt loan disbursements to currency flexibility
Egypt will have immediate access to $820 million this week and another $820 million after a review to be completed by the end of June.
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National Bank of Egypt intends to invest five billion LE this year
These new investments will be in the sectors of financial technology, real estate development, chemical industries, and engineering industries.