Local gold turned lower today after a stretch of choppy trading, while the dollar stayed close to yesterday's close.
Quick Summary
- 21K gold: EGP 6,265.00 (-0.56% d/d)
- 24K gold: EGP 7,160.00 (-0.56% d/d)
- USD/EGP: 50.18 (-0.24% d/d)
- Gold sovereign: EGP 50,120
- Note: Local vs international gap of -0.88%
Gold in the Egyptian Market
24K gold fell noticeably to 7,160.00 EGP/g (-0.56% daily, -2.41% weekly).
21K gold — the most actively traded caliber in Egypt — fell noticeably to 6,265.00 EGP/g (-0.56% daily, -2.40% weekly).
18K gold fell noticeably to 5,370.00 EGP/g (-0.56% daily, -2.40% weekly).
14K gold fell modestly to 4,173.00 EGP/g (-0.41% daily, -2.48% weekly).
What does this mean for consumers?
Today's pullback is meaningful for consumers, lining up with a weekly move of -2.40%.
The Gold Sovereign
The Egyptian gold sovereign (8 g of 21K) traded at EGP 50,120 today, with a daily change of -0.56%. Because of how it is structured, it tracks 21K gold closely and remains one of the most popular savings instruments in the country.
US Dollar
The dollar fell modestly to 50.18 EGP (-0.24% daily, -2.88% weekly). Reading the daily, weekly, and monthly together gives a far better sense of trend than any single session.
Silver
Local silver fell modestly to 114.53 EGP/g (-0.36% daily, +0.59% weekly). Silver typically moves in the same direction as gold but is more sensitive to short-term volatility.
International Context
International gold sits at $4,341/oz (+0.32% d/d). The local–global gap of -0.88% likely reflects local FX dynamics, domestic supply and demand, and craftsmanship costs rather than international pricing alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of 21K gold today in Egypt?
21K gold traded at EGP 6,265.00 per gram today, with a daily change of -0.56% and a weekly change of -2.40%.
What is the USD/EGP rate today?
The dollar trades at EGP 50.18 today, with a daily change of -0.24% and a weekly change of -2.88%.
How much is the Egyptian gold sovereign today?
The gold sovereign traded at EGP 50,120 today, equivalent to about 8 grams of 21K gold.
Why does local gold differ from the international ounce today?
Today's local–global gap of -0.88% likely reflects FX dynamics in the local dollar, domestic supply and demand, and the cost of craftsmanship and taxes layered on top of the international ounce.
What is the difference between 21K and 18K gold today?
21K traded at EGP 6,265.00/g and 18K at EGP 5,370.00/g. The gap reflects the pure-gold content (87.5% in 21K vs 75% in 18K).