Cairo – gold prices in Egypt surged to record levels on Thursday, January 15, 2026, as reported by multiple local news outlets. Teh dramatic increase comes amidst ongoing global economic volatility and a continued decline in the value of the Egyptian pound, prompting both investors and consumers to turn to gold as a store of value. Reports indicate 24-karat gold has surpassed 4600 Egyptian pounds, an unprecedented high for the country’s bullion market [[1]].
Cairo – Gold prices in Egypt reached a record high on Thursday, January 15, 2026, amid global market fluctuations and increased demand, according to reports from multiple local news outlets.
Several sources, including Al Youm Al Sabea, reported that the price of 24-karat gold rose to over 4600 Egyptian pounds, marking an unprecedented level in the country’s bullion market. This surge reflects both international price movements and the weakening of the Egyptian pound.
According to Masrawy, the price of a 21-karat gold piece reached 4600 Egyptian pounds. The price of a 24-karat gold piece reached 5257 Egyptian pounds per gram.
The price of a gold ingot weighing 5 grams was reported by Al Masry Al Youm to be 4600 Egyptian pounds on January 15, 2026. The continued appreciation of gold is likely to influence investment strategies and consumer spending within Egypt.
These price increases are occurring against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty and a weakening Egyptian pound, making gold an attractive safe-haven asset for investors. The Egyptian market is particularly sensitive to international gold prices and currency exchange rates.
