Market Commentary
Remittances flat year-over-year through January 2026
18 March 2026
Latest CBE data shows remittance inflows holding steady at USD 2.4bn, with implications for the EGP and consumer-facing sectors.
Central Bank of Egypt data released this week shows remittance inflows for January 2026 at USD 2.4bn — broadly flat against the prior year. We unpack the implications for the EGP, consumer demand, and inflation trajectory.