The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) surged to record levels as of Sunday, July 27, 2025, with benchmark indexes and market capitalisation posting double-digit gains since the start of the year, according to a statement from the bourse. Total market capitalisation rose to 2.425 trillion Egyptian pounds, up from 2.170 trillion pounds at the end of December 2024 — an 11.7 per cent increase. The main EGX 30 Index climbed 16.2 per cent to 34,554.2 points, while the EGX 70 Index, which tracks smaller-cap companies, jumped 26.7 per cent to 10,315.7 points. The broader EGX 100 Index rose 24.3 per cent to 13,945.6 points. Meanwhile, the EGX 33 Shariah-compliant Index advanced 14.2 per cent to 3,524.4 points. The strong performance reflects growing investor confidence and continued momentum in Egypt's capital markets, bolstered by ongoing economic reforms and improved market sentiment. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
