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.
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Local currency non-governmental bank deposits grow to EGP 4.38trn in November 2021: CBE

In a recent report, the CBE explained that deposits in local currency…

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CBE approves launch of e-portal for smartphone wallet management

There are over 25 million e-wallets now in Egypt, with 27% growth…

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CBE receives 33 bids worth $1.037bn for T-bills issuance denominated in US currency

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) received 33 bids from local and…

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ADIB-Egypt’s groundbreaking ‘Xcite’ account provides financial freedom for youth

ADIB-Egypt has launched its innovative “Xcite” new account, designed exclusively for 16…

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Suez Canal Bank participates in 2 securitisation issuances worth EGP 200m

The bank participated with EGP 100m in the securitisation issuance of Global…

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CBE’s assets increase to EGP 2.412trn in November 2021

According to the CBE’s financial position report for November, the bank’s balances…

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Attijariwafa Bank Egypt takes part in 4 securitisation bond offerings worth EGP 700m in 4Q 2021

The bank participated as a coverage guarantor with a value of EGP…

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Net foreign assets of banking system increase EGP 23.923bn in September 2021: CBE

Household sector accounts for 83% of total bank deposits, while private business…

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National Bank of Egypt reveals main axes of its strategic plan for 2022

Bank aims to offer EGP 45bn retail loans, EGP 35bn funds for…

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CBE extends emergency decisions to deal with COVID-19 repercussions to June 2022

CBE decides to extend initiative to support tourism sector for additional year…

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