Egyptian Exports Grow by 21% and Exceed $36 Billion
Egypt’s non-oil exports witnessed a remarkable increase of 21% during the period from January to the end of September 2025, reaching approximately $36.6 billion, compared to $30.4 billion during the same period last year.
Meanwhile, the trade balance deficit showed significant improvement, decreasing by 18% to reach about $22.8 billion, compared to $27.9 billion during the same period of the previous year, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade.
Top Destinations for Egyptian Exports During the First 9 Months of 2025
- United Arab Emirates
Ranked first among the largest markets receiving Egyptian non-oil exports,
with a value approaching $6 billion, compared to $2.2 billion during the same period last year,
representing an increase of 169%. - Turkey
Came in second place, with exports totaling $2.4 billion,
compared to $2.3 billion in the same period last year,
reflecting a 4% growth rate. - Saudi Arabia
Received Egyptian exports worth $2.3 billion during the period from January to September 2025,
compared to $2.6 billion last year,
representing a 12% decrease. - Italy
Imported Egyptian goods worth $2 billion,
compared to $1.6 billion during the same period last year,
marking a 29% increase. - United States of America
Received Egyptian exports exceeding $2 billion,
compared to $1.7 billion in the previous year,
reflecting a 24% growth.
Key Sectors Contributing to Egypt’s Non-Oil Export Structure
- Building Materials Sector:
Recorded the highest export value, reaching $11.7 billion. - Chemicals and Fertilizers Sector:
Exports reached $6.8 billion. - Food Industries Sector:
Achieved exports worth $5.1 billion. - Engineering and Electronics Sector:
Recorded exports totaling $4.4 billion. - Agricultural Crops Sector:
Exports reached $3.6 billion. - Ready-Made Garments Sector:
Recorded exports worth $2.5 billion. - Textiles Sector:
Exports amounted to $874 million. - Medical Industries Sector:
Recorded exports worth $707 million. - Printing, Packaging, Paper, Books, and Publications Sector:
Exports reached $705 million. - Home Furnishings Sector:
Recorded exports of $456 million. - Furniture Sector:
Exports totaled $277 million. - Leather, Footwear, and Leather Products Sector:
Recorded exports of $72 million.
Egypt’s Strategy to Boost Non-Oil Exports
The Egyptian government aims to increase non-oil exports to various global markets in the upcoming phase through a comprehensive trade strategy that focuses on:
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Enhancing the global competitiveness of Egyptian products,
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Increasing the added value of exports,
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Expanding into new international markets,
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Facilitating trade procedures for exporters, and
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Maximizing the benefits of the Export Subsidy Rebate Program to support sustainable export growth.
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