Banking

The latest banking stories from Egypt and across the globe, by the Daily News Egypt banking team, including global insight and commentary on the top issues concerning this sector.
Latest Banking News

Central banks lose over $175bn of FX reserves due to COVID-19

Egypt’s banking sector has survived decline in foreign investments, reflecting economic stability

Daily News Egypt

Bank Audi – Egypt announces positive COVID-19 case at administrative building

Bank Audi - Audi has informed the Ministry of Health of the…

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NBE issues new investment certificates, raises return on another

The NBE has also decided to increase the return on another 3-year…

Hossam Mounir

Arab central banks council highlights digital transformation on Financial Inclusion Day

Implications of coronavirus highlight importance of accelerating transition to digital financial services,…

Hossam Mounir

CBE highlights financial soundness indicators of local banking sector

Bank profits reach EGP 83.184bn last December: CBE

Hossam Mounir

CIB acquires 51% of Kenya’s Bank Mayfair in $35.35m  deal

The deal reflects our commitment to increasing trade between African countries, says…

Hossam Mounir

Egypt’s banks report EGP 83.18bn net profits in 2019: CBE

Top 5 banks account for 50.1% of sector’s total profits, top 10…

Hossam Mounir

Daily cash withdrawal, deposit limits for individuals amended during Ramadan

Individuals can withdraw up to EGP 20,000 daily from ATMs, EGP 50,000…

Hossam Mounir

NBE raises authorised capital to EGP 100bn, paid-up capital to EGP 50bn

Bank sees significant e-banking services expansion during FY 2018/19

Hossam Mounir

CBE issues new controls on loan instalment postponement

In March, the CBE issued regulations due to the coronavirus oubtreak allowing…

Hossam Mounir