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Egyptian pound continues to decline against US dollar at banks

The currency exchange is governed by supply and demand, says CBE and…

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Dollar climbs to EGP 18 at banks on Monday

The US dollar climbed to EGP 18 on Monday at banks operating…

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Egypt’s consumer spending amounts to $156bn: Visa general manager

Consumer spending in Egypt reached $156bn, though the use of electronic payments…

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NBE provides $800m for imports following pound flotation

Fluctuations in the US dollar exchange rate are normal initially and will…

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Do not worry about volatility of exchange rate: bank leaders

Egypt is undergoing a new experience, and stability of the market relies…

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Flotation of the pound, raising interest rates limit growth of retail banking: banker

Attracting new customers, including university students, and offering modern banking technology are…

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Bank Audi Egypt aims to increase SMEs portfolio to EGP 6bn in 4 years: deputy chairperson

Current portfolio stands at EGP 1bn, supported by strong specialised SMEs financing…

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NBE raises limits on credit card use abroad

Hazem Hegazy, the head of retail banking at the National Bank of…

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US dollar exchange rate against Egyptian pound continues to rise at banks, CBE on Thursday

Prior to the CBE’s decision to float the currency on 3 November,…

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