Egypt’s net foreign reserves rise to $49.25bn in August

Egypt’s net foreign reserves rose to $49.251 billion in August from $49.036 billion in July. Shutterstock
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Updated 07 September 2025
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Egypt’s net foreign reserves rise to $49.25bn in August

CAIRO: The Central Bank of Egypt announced on Sunday that the country’s net international reserves rose to $49.25 billion in August 2025, up from $49.04 billion in July — a monthly increase of about $214 million.

Gold holdings recorded the sharpest growth, climbing to $14.09 billion in August from $13.64 billion the previous month, an increase of $449 million.

In contrast, foreign currency reserves edged down by $94 million to $35.12 billion, while Special Drawing Rights fell by $140 million to $43 million.

Since the start of 2025, Egypt’s foreign reserves have expanded by roughly $2.14 billion, compared to $47.11 billion at the close of 2024.

The reserves consist of a diversified basket of major international currencies — including the US dollar, euro, British pound, Japanese yen, and Chinese yuan — allocated in line with the CBE’s strategy to reflect global market stability and currency strength.

According to the central bank, the primary function of these reserves — comprising both gold and foreign currencies — is to finance essential imports, service external debt, and provide a buffer against economic shocks, particularly during periods of weaker foreign currency inflows from tourism, remittances, and Suez Canal revenues.


Two Saudi cybersecurity firms plan Tadawul listings within 2 years 

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Two Saudi cybersecurity firms plan Tadawul listings within 2 years 

RIYADH: Two Saudi cybersecurity companies, Cyber and Infratech, plan to list a portion of their shares on the Saudi Stock Exchange, or Tadawul, between 2026 and 2027, according to the companies’ chairmen, who spoke to Al-Eqtisadiah. 

Abdulrahman Al-Kenani, founder and CEO of Cyber, said: “The company is currently planning to acquire certain entities, which will be disclosed in the coming period, in addition to preparing for a public offering through the Tumooh program on the stock market within the next two years at the latest.” 

Al-Kenani explained that the financial, healthcare and services sectors are witnessing continuous cyberattacks as Saudi Arabia expands its digital transformation, accompanied by a rise in the frequency of such incidents. He added that this phenomenon is not limited to the Kingdom but is a global issue. 

The CEO added: “The company is working with several Saudi airports and vital sectors, in addition to collaborating with major international companies to provide cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.” 

Infratech plans 4 R&D centers abroad 

Ayman Al-Suhaim, CEO of Infratech, stated: “The size of the information technology and cybersecurity market in Saudi Arabia has reached approximately SR87 billion ($23.2 billion), of which SR15.7 billion are allocated to the cybersecurity sector. This includes consulting, managed services, governance, risk management, and cybersecurity within the industrial sector.” 

He said the company has a strategic plan covering the period from 2026 to 2028, which includes establishing a firm in the first quarter of next year to finance cybersecurity and artificial intelligence products, as well as launching four research and development centers in the US, Russia, China and Eastern Europe. 

The plan also includes investment in cloud storage, overseas ventures, and the expansion of operations and investments in data centers. 

Al-Suhaim said the company intends to go public in 2027, noting that it operates across multiple cybersecurity domains serving sectors including energy, defense, aviation and government services. 

The Tumooh program for small and medium-sized enterprises in Saudi Arabia is one of the support initiatives offered by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises, or Monsha’at. It aims to drive SME growth by strengthening capabilities, improving performance and accelerating expansion. 

The initiative seeks to help fast-growing SMEs prepare for initial public offerings in the financial markets. To date, the program has facilitated the listing of 24 companies on the Nomu Parallel Market out of more than 2,500 firms registered under the scheme.