Egypt’s gold markets saw a price increase Friday evening, with rates climbing roughly 20 Egyptian pounds from midday levels, according to reports from former Gold Division secretary-general Nadi Naguib. The rise comes as global gold prices also edged upward, reflecting continued demand for the precious metal as a traditional store of value. Below,find a detailed breakdown of current gold prices across various karats and weights in the Egyptian market.
Written by Aya Mohamed:
5:55 PM
November 28, 2025
Gold prices in Egypt rose by approximately 20 Egyptian pounds in evening trading on Friday, November 28, 2025, compared to midday levels, according to Nadi Naguib, a former secretary-general of the Gold Division.
Spot Gold Prices
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The price of 14-karat gold increased to 3,726 Egyptian pounds per gram.
The price of 18-karat gold rose to 4,791 Egyptian pounds per gram.
The price of 21-karat gold climbed to 5,590 Egyptian pounds per gram.
The price of 24-karat gold increased to 6,388 Egyptian pounds per gram.
Gold Pound Price
The gold pound rose to 44,720 Egyptian pounds, though prices may vary slightly between vendors. This price reflects the value of the gold content within the pound.
Gold Bar Prices
A 10-gram gold bar was trading at approximately 63,880 Egyptian pounds.
An ounce of gold, containing 31.1 grams of 24-karat gold, was valued at 198,666 Egyptian pounds.
A 50-gram gold bar was priced at 319,400 Egyptian pounds.
Prices may vary between vendors, and reflect the value of the gold content within the bar. Bar pricing is based on the per-gram price of 24-karat gold.
Global Gold Prices
Globally, gold prices increased by 0.89% to around $4,194 per ounce, equivalent to approximately 31.1 grams of 24-karat gold, according to the latest data from Bloomberg.
Gold prices in Egypt experienced a notable increase on Friday, November 28, 2025, rising by 20 Egyptian pounds during evening trading. The surge reflects ongoing market dynamics and investor interest in the precious metal.
Gold Prices by Karat
As of Friday’s close, 14-karat gold was trading at 3,726 Egyptian pounds per gram, while 18-karat gold reached 4,791 Egyptian pounds per gram.
The more widely traded 21-karat gold saw its price climb to 5,590 Egyptian pounds per gram. 24-karat gold, often used for investment purposes, was valued at 6,388 Egyptian pounds per gram.
Gold Pound and Bar Values
The gold pound, a standard unit of measurement in Egypt, increased to 44,720 Egyptian pounds. Vendors may offer slight variations in pricing.
Gold bars also saw price increases. A 10-gram bar was trading at 63,880 Egyptian pounds, while a 50-gram bar reached 319,400 Egyptian pounds. An ounce of gold (31.1 grams of 24-karat gold) was valued at 198,666 Egyptian pounds.
Global Market Trends
The price increase in Egypt aligns with a broader global trend, with international gold prices rising by 0.89% to $4,194 per ounce, according to the latest Bloomberg data. This global increase suggests a strengthening demand for gold as a safe-haven asset.
