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| Index | Level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,659.44 | -1.09% |
| Dow Jones | 52,002.41 | -0.34% |
| Nasdaq | 26,140.03 | -2.15% |
| FTSE 100 | 10,881.90 | +0.38% |
| DAX | 25,622.61 | +0.95% |
| CAC 40 | 7,956.70 | +0.28% |
| Nikkei 225 | 65,324.29 | +1.39% |
| Hang Seng | 24,186.83 | +0.52% |
| Rate | Level |
|---|---|
| United States | |
| Fed funds target on hold | 3.75–4.00% |
| SOFR (overnight) | 3.90% |
| Euro Area | |
| ECB deposit facility | 2.50% |
| ECB main refinancing | 2.65% |
| ECB marginal lending | 2.90% |
| €STR | 2.44% |
| Pair | Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| USD / EGP | 53.40 | +0.68% |
| EUR / USD | 1.1213 | +0.16% |
| GBP / USD | 1.3273 | +0.33% |
| USD / JPY | 158.14 | +0.12% |
| Commodity | Price |
|---|---|
| Gold · XAU/USD +0.26% · $/oz | ▲ $4,181.10 |
| WTI crude +3.51% · $/bbl | ▲ $101.41 |
| Brent crude +3.72% · $/bbl | ▲ $109.86 |
(18 Oct) Charles Schwab's chief executive has expressed skepticism regarding the viability of autonomous artificial intelligence agents executing equity trades. The remarks highlight ongoing industry debate over the reliability and regulatory acceptance of fully automated trading systems.
Read full article → [WSJ](18 Oct) The recent downturn in artificial intelligence equities is expanding beyond high-momentum growth names into previously resilient technology stocks. This broadening sell-off suggests investors are reassessing risk across the entire sector rather than just targeting overvalued leaders.
Read full article → [Forbes](18 Oct) Recent volatility in artificial intelligence equities serves as a reminder that historical market dynamics still apply to new technologies. Analysts note that despite the transformative potential of the sector, traditional valuation principles and cyclical risks remain fully intact.
Read full article → [WSJ](17 Oct) The Bank of Canada has revised its inflation forecast significantly higher, driven by a recent surge in crude oil prices. Governor Tiff Macklem indicated that the energy-driven price pressures will complicate the central bank's monetary policy trajectory.
Read full article → [Reuters](18 Oct) The International Monetary Fund has warned that the Bank of Japan might need to accelerate its monetary tightening if domestic inflation exceeds current projections. The recommendation underscores the need for policy normalization as persistent price pressures challenge the central bank's yield curve control framework.
Read full article → [Reuters](17 Oct) European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stated that the recent sovereign bond market selloff will act as a natural tightening mechanism for the economy. She noted that higher borrowing costs will help moderate demand and ultimately slow the pace of inflation.
Read full article → [Reuters](17 Oct) Semiconductor equities have experienced their most prolonged consecutive decline in over a decade, reflecting widespread risk aversion in the technology sector. The sustained downturn indicates that investors are rotating out of hardware manufacturers amid concerns over global demand and supply chain adjustments.
Read full article → [Yahoo Finance](18 Oct) Key economic indicators are shaping the political landscape as the electorate prepares to vote, highlighting the complex relationship between macroeconomic data and consumer sentiment. The data illustrates diverging trends in employment, inflation, and growth that are heavily influencing voter priorities.
Read full article → [The New York Times](17 Oct) Market analysts are warning that crude oil prices could face a significant upward movement due to tightening global supply constraints and geopolitical risks. A potential spike in energy costs would have widespread implications for global inflation and central bank policy decisions.
Read full article → [Yahoo Finance](17 Oct) The aviation industry is preparing for sustained financial pressure as persistent inflation erodes consumer purchasing power and suppresses travel demand. Airline executives warn that elevated operating costs and weaker ticket sales will challenge profitability for the foreseeable future.
Read full article → [Financial Times]Egypt macro, the external accounts and the EGX listing pipeline in focus — sourced from economyplusme, CBE, IMF and Enterprise.
(18 Oct) The public and private offerings for Bank Cairo's shares on the Egyptian Exchange begin today, with the private offering closing on Oct 23 and the public offering on Oct 28. The Financial Regulatory Authority approved the listing of 4.575 billion shares, representing 30% of the bank's issued capital, at a price range of 4.82 to 5.30 Egyptian pounds per share.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Egyptian Exchange is targeting the listing of Egypt Platform for Education before the end of this year, according to Exchange Vice Chairman Mohamed Sabry. The exchange is also restructuring the Tamayuz index for small and medium enterprises and collaborating with the London Stock Exchange to boost liquidity in Egyptian Global Depository Receipts.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Egypt's holdings of US Treasury bonds jumped 873.3% year-on-year in August 2026 to reach approximately $1.606 billion, up from $165 million a year earlier. On a monthly basis, the holdings increased by 44.8% from $1.109 billion in July, adding about $497 million.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Be Well, a company owned by businessman Ahmed Tarek Khalil, has signed a contract with the Teachers Syndicate to manage the Teachers Hospital in Aswan. The company plans to invest 280 million Egyptian pounds to develop the facility, bringing its total targeted investments for the current year to 1 billion Egyptian pounds.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Ministry of Electricity increased diesel supplies to power stations to about 25,000 tonnes per day in October, up 66.6% from 15,000 tonnes in September, due to rising liquefied natural gas import costs. LNG import prices climbed to around $24 per million British thermal units in October from $14 in September, making the equivalent diesel cost roughly $14.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Vertiglob, an ADNOC Group company, plans to build an integrated phosphate fertilizer complex in Ain Sokhna with investments exceeding $1.5 billion. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 1.3 million tonnes of diammonium phosphate fertilizers, with commercial production targeted to begin in 2031.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Ezdehar for Direct Investment aims to acquire stakes in 8 to 10 companies through its third fund, with individual deal sizes ranging from $20 million to $50 million. The firm plans to start marketing the fund in mid-2027, targeting $200 million to $250 million, focusing on healthcare, retail, and export-oriented manufacturing.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Ministry of Transport has secured pledges from three international institutions to provide 1.5 billion euros in concessional financing for the National Authority for Tunnels. The European Investment Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the French Development Agency will fund urban transport projects in Greater Cairo.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones is implementing nine new investment zones in Cairo, Giza, and Matrouh with targeted investments exceeding 5 trillion Egyptian pounds. The zones aim to attract foreign investment in services, technology, and data centers, with a goal of exporting 100% of their services abroad.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Several banks have expressed concerns over proposed amendments by the Saudi Capital Market Authority to the rules governing initial public offerings. The concerns focus on the obligations of underwriters regarding unsubscribed shares, amid the weakest performance in the Saudi IPO market in years due to regional conflicts and an economic slowdown.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Egyptian National Defense Council, chaired by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, has pledged to provide all forms of necessary support to Saudi Arabia to defend its security, stability, and territorial integrity. The council also affirmed full solidarity with the kingdom and will intensify political and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Talaat Moustafa Group has launched Banban Lakes, a new waterfront residential destination in Riyadh. The development is part of the company's ongoing expansion in the Saudi real estate market to meet growing demand for premium housing.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Egyptian Exchange ended Sunday's session with a collective decline in its indices, driven by selling pressure on blue-chip and small-cap stocks. The main EGX30 index fell 2.63% to close at 50,896.19 points, marking its lowest daily close since July 1.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Egyptian Exchange will begin trading shares of MNT-Halan Financial Investments Holding on Tuesday, Oct 20, at a reference price of 24.5 Egyptian pounds. The shares will be listed on the Medium Activity Market, allowing same-session trading, next-day settlement, and margin trading.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Central Bank of Egypt sold 84.77 billion Egyptian pounds in 91- and 273-day treasury bills on Sunday. The issuance was conducted on behalf of the Finance Ministry, which had initially targeted 105 billion Egyptian pounds for the auction.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Prices for several car models in Egypt increased by 15,000 to 150,000 Egyptian pounds in October, driven by dollar fluctuations, higher shipping costs, and reduced supply. The price hikes affected models from eight brands, including Skoda, MG, and Kia, alongside a resurgence of the overprice phenomenon in the market.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The US dollar rose by 6 piasters against the Egyptian pound for the seventh consecutive session, reaching 53.46 pounds for buying and 53.60 pounds for selling. Meanwhile, local gold prices increased by 1.63% last week, with 21-karat gold hitting a three-week high despite a decline in global gold prices.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Financial Regulatory Authority has granted six companies approval to conduct various non-banking financial activities using financial technology. The approvals include Welley Financial Holding to operate as a custodian using fintech, and Welley for Securities Trading to utilize approved fintech mechanisms.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade met with officials from Advances Telecom to discuss developing a national digital platform for consumer goods. The collaboration is part of the Carry On national project, aiming to facilitate citizens' access to daily needs and improve the efficiency of the internal trade system.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Premier Healthcare Group announced that the Public Prosecution has lifted the freeze and restriction on its funds in several cases. Following the decision, the company completed banking procedures and transferred a total of 535.13 million Egyptian pounds to its corporate account.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Sentinel satellite images from the European Copernicus program show 10 oil tankers docked at the loading berths of Yanbu and Muazzam ports on the Red Sea coast on Oct 15. This is an increase from three tankers on Oct 10 and five on Oct 5, with seven vessels, including three very large crude carriers, moored at Yanbu.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Saudi Pro League clubs spent $407 million on international player contracts during the summer 2026 transfer window, generating $105 million from player sales. The kingdom accounted for 78.7% of total Asian spending on international transfers, which reached $517 million, and 66% of the continent's total transfer revenues.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Syria and the World Bank Group have agreed to establish the START trust fund to support recovery and reconstruction in the country. The multi-donor fund will provide concessional financing, investment guarantees, technical assistance, and capacity building to mobilize resources for the upcoming phase.
Read full article → Economy Plus(18 Oct) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran's proposal to the US to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within six days and resume negotiations on the seventh remains on the table. Araghchi added that Iran has submitted its conditions to Washington, and US acceptance would lead to the strait's reopening on the sixth day.
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