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Updated 01 November 2024
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Startup Wrap – Saudi VCs pour capital into ventures through strategic investments  

Updated 01 November 2024
Nour El-Shaeri 

RIYADH: Saudi venture capital firms are fueling regional innovation through substantial investments and new initiatives. 

Aramco Ventures led New York-based industrial internet-of-things monitoring and communications startup Andium’s $21.7 million series B funding round. 

Existing backers, including Climate Investment, Intrepid Financial Partners, and individual investors such as former Citadel Chief Investment Officer Thomas Miglis, also participated. The investment brings Andium’s total funding to over $40 million, following its $15 million series A round in 2021. 

The newly secured funds will enable Andium to accelerate its global expansion, scale operations in oil and gas regions in the US and the Middle East, reduce technology costs, and bolster its research and development initiatives. 

Wa’ed Ventures allocates $100m for early-stage AI investments 

Saudi Aramco’s $500-million financial capital arm Wa’ed Ventures has earmarked $100 million for early-stage artificial intelligence investments. This initiative is part of efforts to position Saudi Arabia as a global leader in the technology, aligning with the Kingdom’s strategic development goals. 

The deployment of the fund will be overseen by an advisory board comprising experts from prominent global institutions such as Meta, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Oxford University, and Amazon. 

A report by PwC projects that artificial intelligence could contribute $135 billion to Saudi Arabia’s economy by 2030, amounting to 12 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.

Wa’ed Ventures has recently invested in Korea’s Rebellions and US-based AiXplain as part of its investment strategy. 

Beta Lab launches with $300m to foster deeptech innovation 




Beta Lab launched at FII8 in Riyadh. X/@BetalabSA

Saudi Arabia’s new deeptech venture studio, Beta Lab, launched with $300 million in capital at the Future Investment Initiative. 

The outfit aims to bolster startups and promote cross-border innovation between the Middle East and Southeast Asia. 

This strategic initiative is backed by the Saudi Ministry of Investment, the Research, Development, and Innovation Authority, the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and MDI Ventures by Telkom Indonesia.  

Beta Lab is expected to catalyze growth in the deep tech sector through significant investments and collaborative partnerships.   

Tharawat Green Exchange secures $450k for sustainability initiatives 

Saudi Arabia-based Web3 provider Tharawat Green Exchange has raised $450,000 from Adaverse, a fund dedicated to Web3 and blockchain investments.  

Founded in 2023 by Yakeen Al-Zaki, Hassan Al-Redha, and Yasser Al-Obaidan, Tharawat Green Exchange focuses on leveraging blockchain technology for environmental sustainability, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030. 

The capital will support infrastructure and blockchain development, enhance sales and marketing, and help secure Vera certification for Tharawat Green Exchange’s carbon credits. 

BIM Capital established to boost Middle East investment




BIM Ventures and SBI Holding announced the establishment of BIM Capital during the FII8 conference in Riyadh. Supplied

Saudi-based BIM Ventures and Japan’s SBI Holding have launched BIM Capital, a joint venture to stimulate investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.  

The new organization will focus on private equity, venture capital, debt funds, and real estate investments.

With a target of drawing more than $200 million in foreign direct investment, BIM Capital aims to manage assets worth over $2 billion.  

The joint venture seeks to leverage both firms’ expertise to accelerate regional growth and innovation. 

ARKTECH raises $1m in pre-seed funding 

Saudi proptech company ARKTECH has successfully closed a $1 million pre-seed investment round, led by Core Vision Investment.  

Established in 2023 by Waheed Al-Jassas, ARKTECH specializes in utility contract trading to enhance real estate investment returns. 

The funding will strengthen the company’s leadership in the property technology sector and support the development of new tech-enabled investment solutions. 

Nabt secures $1.5m seed round for B2B marketplace 

Saudi foodtech startup Nabt has raised $1.5 million in a seed funding round led by Merak Capital, with additional backing from angel investors.  

Launched in 2022 by Abdullah Al-Otaibi, Nabt runs a business-to-business marketplace that directly connects farmers with businesses. 

The funding will be used to accelerate product development and expand Nabt’s market presence.  

The company is part of the Sunbolah FoodTech Accelerator, an initiative by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture to promote innovation in the agricultural sector. 

ISSF invests $5m in Rua Growth Fund 




ISSF CEO Mohammed Al Muhtaseb, and Turki Aljoaib, managing partner of Rua Growth Fund. ISSF

Jordan’s Innovative Startups and Small and Medium Enterprises Fund has invested $5 million in Rua Growth I LP, a $45-million Saudi Arabia-based venture capital fund focused on early-stage investments in e-commerce, financial technology, enterprise solutions, and software as a service. 

This investment aims to leverage Jordan’s robust startup ecosystem and foster innovation, enhancing the competitive edge of local startups in regional markets. 

Tadarab expands into Saudi Arabia amid rising demand 

Kuwait-based education technology platform Tadarab has expanded operations into Saudi Arabia as part of its strategy to address the growing need for online education solutions in the region.  

Founded in 2016 by Zaid Al-Luhaib and Salma Al-Yassin, Tadarab offers courses that support personal and professional development across the Middle East and North Africa region. 

The expansion aims to tailor Tadarab’s educational solutions to meet the diverse demands of Saudi learners, benefiting both individuals and corporate clients. 

Pass secures $2.7m to expand into Egypt and Saudi Arabia 

Qatar-based delivery service app Pass has raised $2.7 million in a pre-series A funding round from undisclosed investors.  

Initially launched by the UK’s Peyk in 2020 and later acquired by local entrepreneur Bashar Jaber in 2023, the newly acquired funding will support Pass’s expansion into Egypt and Saudi Arabia and facilitate the development of new products to enhance its market position. 

Colis.ma closes $300k pre-seed funding 

Morocco’s logistics startup Colis.ma has secured $300,000 in pre-seed funding from Witamax.  

Founded in 2022 by Issam Darui, Colis.ma focuses on cross-border logistics services for individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises, aiming to bridge African and European markets.   

The funds will be used to strengthen Colis.ma’s operations in Morocco’s five largest regions and expand into six major European countries, with plans for further growth into West Africa. 

Pargo expands into Egypt with $4m funding 

South African e-commerce logistics startup Pargo has entered the Egyptian market after raising $4 million from 3Capital Ventures, Endeavor, SAAD Investment Holdings, and UW Ventures.  

Launched in 2014 by Derk Hoekert and Lars Veul, Pargo provides innovative delivery solutions tailored for the e-commerce sector. 

The expansion includes the rollout of collection and return service points across Egypt to support e-commerce growth.

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Saudi Arabia opens three sports facilities to private investment

Updated 19 May 2025
Nour El-Shaeri
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Saudi Arabia opens three sports facilities to private investment

Updated 19 May 2025
Nour El-Shaeri

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has unveiled a major initiative to open up key sports venues to private sector investment, signaling a significant step forward in the Kingdom’s efforts to transform the industry.

Announced by the Ministry of Sport, the Sports Facilities Investment Project offers private investors access to three of the nation’s premier sports complexes: King Abdullah Sports City and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City in Jeddah, and King Abdulaziz Sports City in Makkah.

Under the initiative, a range of five-year renewable contracts will be made available, the Saudi Press Agency reported. These include naming rights, leasing arrangements for non-match day use, and contracts to manage, operate, and maintain the venues.

The move supports Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s national strategy to diversify its economy and position the country as a global destination for sports, tourism, and entertainment.

With the 2034 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the government is stepping up efforts to attract private capital into its burgeoning sports sector.

According to SPA, the initiative is part of “modern operational models that aim to raise facility efficiency, improve service quality, broaden commercial opportunities, and enhance the fan experience.”

Saudi Arabia’s sports industry is currently valued at $8 billion and is projected to grow to $22.4 billion by 2030, fueled by investments in sports clubs, academies, facilities, and equipment.

The government has already identified 20 high-priority investment opportunities within the sector, with a combined potential value of up to $20 billion.

Hosting the 2034 World Cup is expected to further accelerate this growth, with forecasts indicating over 10 million international visitors, 1.5 million new jobs, and an economic boost of $9 billion to $14 billion to the national GDP. The tournament will be staged across 15 stadiums in cities including Riyadh, Jeddah, Alkhobar, Abha, and the futuristic city of NEOM.

Interested investors are encouraged to submit proposals via the government’s “Furas” investment portal during the designated application period.

Officials described the project as a strategic gateway into one of the Kingdom’s most dynamic and fast-growing industries.

Topics: Investment private sector

PIF convenes 1,000 global executives in Riyadh to shape next phase of governance

Updated 19 May 2025
MOHAMMED AL-KINANI
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PIF convenes 1,000 global executives in Riyadh to shape next phase of governance

  • Discussions centered around redefining board impact in the national transformation
  • The Directors’ Gathering, launched in 2023, is a key pillar of PIF’s corporate excellence agenda
Updated 19 May 2025
MOHAMMED AL-KINANI

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund gathered over 1,000 top executives in Riyadh for its second Directors’ Gathering, unveiling new governance priorities amid rapid portfolio expansion. 

The event, which brought together representatives from approximately 220 portfolio firms — including over 100 established by PIF itself — focused on enhancing board performance, aligning strategic priorities, and promoting cross-sector synergies to deepen collaboration across the fund’s growing portfolio. 

Discussions were centered around redefining board impact in the context of national transformation, strengthening oversight in a changing risk landscape, and navigating new governance challenges posed by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, according to a press release. 

The event comes as PIF accelerates its dual mandate of advancing Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification and generating long-term global returns. Since its 2015 transformation, the fund has grown into a globally influential investor, managing $941.3 billion in assets in 2024 and playing a key role in Vision 2030. 

Speaking to the delegates, PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan, highlighted PIF’s vision and that the roles of boards include three main priorities: brainstorming and setting strategy, ensuring the right governance frameworks are in place for management, and monitoring performance, with a view to the ever-changing macro-economic context and evolving innovations. 

“He stressed that this could transform challenges into opportunities to lead, grow and innovate,” the release added. 

Al-Rumayyan also urged directors to view PIF and its 220 companies as a unified ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of leveraging the group’s collective capabilities. He added that collaboration should be considered the primary measure of success. 

The Directors’ Gathering, launched in 2023, is a key pillar of PIF’s corporate excellence agenda and serves as a platform for knowledge exchange and governance development not only within its portfolio but across Saudi Arabia’s business ecosystem. 

PIF was ranked as the world’s second most active sovereign investor by deal value in February, committing $3 billion in global transactions, according to Global SWF, a data platform tracking sovereign wealth fund activity. 

In a fireside chat titled “Aligning the Economic Vision,” Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al-Ibrahim, who also sits on the the sovereign wealth fund’s board, said the existence of PIF portfolio companies and the related ecosystem is in itself a form of resilience, according to a post on the fund’s official X account. 

Al-Ibrahim added: “We are transforming our economy and restructuring the Saudi economy to create more engines of growth, more drivers of progress, and a diversified set of growth sources.”   

In another fireside chat titled “Evolving Investment Strategy,” Head of the Global Capital Finance Division and Head of the Investment Strategy and Economic Insights Division at PIF, Fahad Al-Saif, said the fund is responsible for investing in assets that generate maximum economic impact for Saudi Arabia while also maximizing financial returns for the fund. 

“This is done within a robust framework, across duration for us to become a generational fund in the future,” he said in another X post by PIF. 

Topics: Saudi PIF Public Investment Fund (PIF)

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Closing Bell: Saudi indices close in red at 11,405 

Updated 19 May 2025
Nour El-Shaeri
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Closing Bell: Saudi indices close in red at 11,405 

  • Parallel market Nomu dropped 155.91 points to close at 27,499.65
  • MSCI Tadawul Index decreased by 1.62 points to end at 1,454.93
Updated 19 May 2025
Nour El-Shaeri

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index decreased on Monday, losing 33.66 points, or 0.29 percent, to close at 11,405.28.     

The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR4.8 billion ($1.2 billion), as 50 stocks advanced and 191 retreated.     

The Kingdom’s parallel market, Nomu, dropped 155.91 points, or 0.56 percent, to close at 27,499.65. This comes as 27 of the listed stocks advanced while 47 retreated.     

The MSCI Tadawul Index also decreased by 1.62 points, or 0.11 percent, to close at 1,454.93.      

TASI’s top performer was Al-Baha Investment and Development Co., which surged by 6.74 percent to reach SR3.96.    

Other top performers included Saudi Printing and Packaging Co., which gained 5.14 percent to close at SR11.86, and the National Co. for Learning and Education, which rose 4.82 percent to SR156.60.  

Fawaz Abdulaziz Alhokair Co. was also among the top performers, increasing 4.40 percent to SR17.54.     

Middle East Specialized Cables Co. saw the steepest decline, with its share price easing 5.83 percent to SR31.50. 

National Gas and Industrialization Co. also saw its stock prices decline 4.71 percent to SR76.80. United Electronics Co. also dropped to SR85.90, a 4.66 percent decrease.    

Alinma Bank announced plans to issue US dollar-denominated sustainable additional Tier 1 capital certificates, following a board resolution passed on May 5, 2025, authorizing the CEO to execute the process. 

The issuance, conducted through a special purpose vehicle, will target eligible investors in Saudi Arabia and abroad. It aims to bolster the bank’s Tier 1 capital and support general banking activities.  

The final size and terms will depend on market conditions, with the transaction subject to regulatory approvals and applicable legal requirements. 

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC, Alinma Capital, and Emirates NBD Bank PJSC have been appointed as joint lead managers for the offer. Goldman Sachs International, J.P. Morgan Securities plc, and Standard Chartered Bank will also serve in the same capacity. 

Alinma’s share price dropped 1.97 percent to settle at SR27.40.  

Separately, Saudi Ground Services Co. signed a Shariah-compliant banking facility agreement with Banque Saudi Fransi for up to SR300 million. 

Dated May 15, the flexible credit line allows the company to draw funds as needed to meet working capital requirements. 

The facility is valid through April 30, 2026, with an option to renew for one year, and is secured by a promissory note. 

Saudi Ground Services said the facility aims to boost liquidity, support working capital needs, and back its strategic growth plans. 

SGS saw a 1.03 percent drop in its share price to settle at SR48.20.  

Topics: TASI NOMU MSCI

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Saudi Arabia’s PIF expands global footprint with new Paris office 

Updated 19 May 2025
Miguel Hadchity
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Saudi Arabia’s PIF expands global footprint with new Paris office 

  • PIF invested $84.7 billion across Europe between 2017 and 2024
  • French President Emmanuel Macron and PIF Gov. Yasir Al-Rumayyan will headline the opening ceremony
Updated 19 May 2025
Miguel Hadchity

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund is expanding its global presence with a new subsidiary company office in Paris.  

The Paris office marks the Public Investment Fund’s latest effort to deepen ties in Europe, following previous openings in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Beijing, underscoring the fund’s commitment to strengthening its presence in key international markets. 

This comes as PIF invested $84.7 billion across Europe between 2017 and 2024, contributing $52 billion to the continent’s gross domestic product and generating over 254,000 direct and indirect jobs. In France alone, its investments totaled $8.6 billion, adding $4.8 billion to GDP and creating 29,000 jobs. 

“PIF is an active, long-term investor in the world’s most innovative and transformational industries, businesses, and markets. This new office will enable PIF to further strengthen its partnerships in the region,” the fund said in a release. 

French President Emmanuel Macron and PIF Gov. Yasir Al-Rumayyan will headline the opening ceremony of the fund’s Paris office, coinciding with the “Choose France” summit that began on May 19 in the capital. 

The event will also draw senior officials and leading business figures, underscoring the strategic significance of PIF’s investment in France.

The 8th edition of the “Choose France” summit, held at the Palace of Versailles, is expected to secure €20 billion ($22.47 billion) in commitments across key sectors such as defense, energy, and industry, surpassing last year’s €15 billion, according to Reuters.

Ahead of the 2025 summit, €17 billion in projects were already pledged, including a €6.4 billion data center investment by US logistics firm Prologis and €1 billion from fintech Revolut for expansion.  

Other major announcements are expected from Amazon, UAE’s MGX, and rare earth firm Less Common Metals, alongside a €100 million drone factory by Portugal’s Tekever, Reuters reported. 

The PIF Tower in the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh stands as the tallest building. International High-Rise Award 2022/23

According to UN Trade and Development, France retained its top spot in 2024 for the sixth consecutive year, attracting 1,025 projects despite a 14 percent decline. It remained ahead of the UK with 853 projects and Germany with 608. France captured 19 percent of all foreign investment into Europe, slightly above its 18.7 percent share in 2019 — highlighting its continued appeal to investors despite global economic uncertainty.

“The addition of Paris also aligns with PIF’s strategy to drive global economies and lead the economic transformation of Saudi Arabia,” the fund added in the release. 

Since 2017, PIF has backed around 220 portfolio companies and supported the creation of 103 new firms, contributing to global economic activity and employment. The fund has generated over 1.1 million jobs worldwide and maintains a focus on forming strategic partnerships with innovative players across sectors.  

In February, the PIF ranked as the world’s second most active sovereign investor by deal value, committing $3 billion in global transactions.  

Global SWF, a data platform tracking activity in the sector, reported that the Kingdom’s PIF emerged as the most active sovereign wealth fund, completing three overseas deals through its portfolio companies. 

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Egypt achieves 3.9% growth in first half of fiscal year, prime minister says

Updated 19 May 2025
Reem Walid
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Egypt achieves 3.9% growth in first half of fiscal year, prime minister says

  • Comments came after Mostafa Madbouly held a meeting with IMF deputy managing director
  • Central Bank of Egypt expects the annual inflation rate to slow down during 2025 and 2026
Updated 19 May 2025
Reem Walid

RIYADH: Egypt has achieved real growth of 3.9 percent in the first half of the current fiscal year, signaling positive resilience of the economy, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly revealed.

In media statements following a meeting with the Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Nigel Clarke, Madbouly noted that private sector investment rose by 80 percent, while foreign direct investment increased by approximately 17 percent during the period from July to December.

He also clarified that Egypt’s fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30 of the following year.

The figures align with global credit rating agency Moody’s decision in February to affirm the North African country’s Caa1 long-term foreign and local currency ratings with a positive outlook, citing improved debt service prospects, stronger foreign exchange reserves and lower borrowing costs following the Egyptian pound’s devaluation and flotation.

Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the country is witnessing a downward trend in debt. Egyptian Cabinet/Facebook 

According to the newly released statement, Madbouly said: “The Egyptian economy has proven its resilience and ability to absorb the very significant external shocks that Egypt, like other countries around the world, has been exposed to in the recent period.”

He added: “This was confirmed by the IMF’s certification that Egypt is proceeding at a steady pace on the path of economic reform.”

The prime minister further noted that non-oil exports also witnessed a growth of approximately 33 percent during the first nine months of the year.

He highlighted that these indicators have supported strong growth in key productive sectors, such as industry, communications and information technology, tourism, and others, helping to boost investor confidence in the Egyptian economy.

“Furthermore, we have witnessed a decline in unemployment rates to less than 7 percent, which is the lowest rate witnessed in Egypt today throughout history,” Madbouly said.

Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Nigel Clarke said Egypt has made tangible and clear progress regarding its macroeconomic reform program. Egyptian Cabinet/Facebook 

He also explained that inflation rates and indicators in Egypt have declined significantly, noting that last month saw inflation rates fall to 13.9 percent, compared to more than 37 percent during the same period last year.

According to the Prime Minister, the country is also witnessing a downward trend in debt. Madbouly pointed out that the general budget deficit has also decreased over the past 10 months to 6.5 percent, compared to 6.7 percent.

He noted that the Egyptian state aims to reduce debt to approximately 85 percent of gross domestic product by the end of June, compared to 96 percent in June 2023.

The prime minister went on to affirm the state’s commitment to continuing its path of economic reform and exerting maximum efforts, thanking the IMF and its task force.

Madbouly highlighted the successful completion of four previous reviews under the current program and noted that the fifth review is now underway, in coordination with the fund’s task force.

Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt Hassan Abdalla, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, and Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Nigel Clarke. Egyptian Cabinet/Facebook 

The IMF’s Clarke emphasized that Egypt has made tangible and clear progress regarding its macroeconomic reform program.

“This is an Egyptian program that has resulted in a strong decline in inflation and unemployment rates, while foreign exchange reserves have increased, along with the availability and abundance of foreign currencies. This is no longer a problem as it was before,” he said, adding: “We have also witnessed a steady increase in GDP growth rates, as the Egyptian economy continues on its path toward stability.” 

The deputy managing director of the IMF went on to say that these significant positive results achieved by the Egyptian economic reform program were due to the bold decisions and actions of the government.

He noted that these reforms include the transition to a flexible exchange rate system, the adoption of a monetary policy based on economic stability, and the intensive efforts being made to mobilize domestic revenues to ensure a sustainable and stable fiscal policy.

In the same context, Clarke shed light on how the progress in Egypt’s economic reform program also includes the social dimension and provides support to the neediest groups.

Egypt’s Prime Minister Madbouly said private sector investment rose by 80 percent, while foreign direct investment increased by approximately 17 percent during the period from July to December. Egyptian Cabinet/Facebook 

“I welcome these reforms that have led to these positive results,” he said, calling for continued implementation of the economic reform program.
The official also addressed the increase in the percentage of financing provided to the private sector and the growth in the private sector’s share of GDP, stressing that all of this was a direct response to the improvement and stability witnessed in the macroeconomic environment.

Clarke further justified that a rapid transition to a more sustainable economic standard requires a model in which the private sector leads growth and economic activity.

“This is already the current path, and we are moving forward together to accelerate it, reducing the state’s role in economic activity, making room for the private sector, and promoting equal opportunities for various economic sectors,” he said.

The IMF’s deputy managing director added: “This will enhance economic dynamism and attract both local and international investment. It will also lead to further progress and prosperity for the Egyptian economy, and, most importantly, it will lead to a more sustainable economic model.”

Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Nigel Clarke expressed his optimism that the Egyptian economy would achieve positive results in the future. Egyptian Cabinet/Facebook 

During his speech, Clarke also addressed the economic shocks that have become a defining feature of today’s global landscape, emphasizing that the region’s most critical issue is its economic resilience in the face of these disruptions.

Toward the end of his talk, the deputy managing director expressed the IMF’s appreciation for the long-standing partnership with Egypt, a key member of the fund. He stressed that the IMF continues to support Egypt in completing the implementation of bold economic reforms, which will contribute to achieving positive outcomes for the country and its people.

The Central Bank of Egypt expects the annual inflation rate to slow down during 2025 and 2026 compared to the sharp decline witnessed in the first quarter of this year, according to the bank’s monetary policy report.

‎The newly released report reveals that the Central Bank of Egypt expects an inflation rate of 14 percent to 15 percent on average in 2025 and 10 percent to 12.5 percent ​​in 2026. The bank has attributed the slowdown in the annual rate of inflation decline in 2025 and 2026 to the relatively slow decline in non-food inflation.

‎The entity also expects inflation to stabilize around its current levels until the first half of 2026 before resuming its downward path, the report noted.

Topics: Egypt economy Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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