Egypt’s core consumer price inflation edged higher in August 2026, signaling persistent price pressures in the economy. According to the latest data updated on 10 September 2026, core CPI rose to 14.90% year-over-year, up from 14.70% in July 2026.
The figures are based on annual comparisons, with the August reading measuring price changes against August a year earlier, and the July figure reflecting the change versus July of the previous year. The slight acceleration in core CPI—stripping out volatile items—suggests underlying inflationary dynamics remain elevated, a key point of attention for policymakers and market participants monitoring Egypt’s monetary outlook.
