CAIRO, November 12, 2025: Egypt’s net international reserves have exceeded US $50 billion for the first time, marking 38 consecutive months of growth, according to official data released by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). The CBE stated that Egypt’s foreign reserves reached approximately US $50.07 billion at the end of October 2025, compared with US $49.53 billion at the end of September. This continuous rise represents one of the longest and most stable periods of reserve growth in the country’s recent financial history, highlighting a consistent improvement in Egypt’s external financial indicators. The central bank’s report confirmed that the composition of the reserves includes holdings of major international currencies, gold, special drawing rights (SDRs), and Egypt’s net position with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The current level of reserves is sufficient to cover about 8.3 months of merchandise imports, exceeding the global adequacy benchmark of three months. The figure is regarded as a key indicator of the strength of Egypt’s external position and its ability to meet international payment obligations. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said that crossing the US $50 billion mark reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining financial stability and supporting the country’s foreign exchange capabilities. He noted that this milestone confirms Egypt’s ability to meet its external debt obligations, ensure the availability of essential goods, and preserve the stability of the national economy. Egypt’s foreign reserves had experienced notable fluctuations in recent years due to global economic disruptions, including the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent increases in global commodity prices.
Central Bank data highlights 38-month reserve growth streak
However, since 2022, the CBE has reported uninterrupted monthly increases, supported by sustained inflows from key foreign currency sources such as the Suez Canal, tourism, remittances from Egyptians working abroad, and foreign direct investment. These inflows have helped strengthen the balance of payments and reinforce the country’s international liquidity position. The central bank emphasized that the growth of reserves is a result of disciplined monetary management and efforts to maintain sufficient foreign currency coverage for essential imports. The accumulation has also been supported by the performance of strategic sectors generating hard currency, including natural gas exports and logistics operations linked to the Suez Canal.
Egypt consolidates external balance through steady inflows
The CBE’s latest data shows that Egypt’s foreign reserves are now at their highest level on record. The bank continues to publish monthly updates detailing reserve movements, providing transparency to international markets and investors monitoring Egypt’s financial indicators. The institution has underscored that maintaining strong reserves is essential for safeguarding the economy against external pressures and ensuring continued access to critical imports. Egypt currently ranks among the top African economies in terms of foreign reserve adequacy. The latest figures reflect the resilience of Egypt’s financial system and its ability to maintain liquidity amid global economic challenges.
The reserves also serve as a critical tool for the central bank to manage exchange rate dynamics and meet foreign currency obligations when necessary, ensuring market confidence and liquidity in times of global uncertainty. As of October 2025, Egypt’s sustained accumulation of foreign reserves underscores a period of financial consistency that has not been interrupted for more than three years. The data marks a new milestone in Egypt’s ongoing efforts to consolidate its external position and demonstrates the central bank’s continued focus on prudent reserve management, transparency, and financial stability across all key economic sectors. – By Content Syndication Services.
