Egypt’s core consumer price inflation slowed to 14.10% year-on-year in September 2026, down from 14.90% in August 2026, according to data updated on 11 October 2026. The reading, measured on a year-over-year basis, reflects the change in prices this September compared with September a year earlier, while the previous figure captured the annual change for August.
The latest data indicate a continued easing in underlying price pressures, with core CPI decelerating for the second consecutive month. Core inflation excludes the most volatile components of the consumer basket, making it a closely watched gauge of persistent inflation trends. Investors and policymakers will be assessing whether this moderation in core prices signals a more durable shift in Egypt’s inflation dynamics or a temporary relief in a still-elevated price environment.