Egypt market updates: vegetable prices and silver trends

Market reports from Egypt on October 22, 2026, indicate varying trends across agricultural and precious metal sectors.

In the vegetable and fruit markets, prices at the Obour wholesale market showed a mix of stability, increases, and decreases. White onion prices rose to between 16 and 22 EGP per kilo, while tomatoes remained stable between 7 and 15 EGP. Zucchini and beans saw price decreases, alongside drops in eggplant varieties. Conversely, molokhia and lemon prices experienced increases. Fruit prices remained relatively stable, with oranges priced between 11 and 15 EGP per kilo and mangoes ranging from 25 to 80 EGP depending on the variety.

In the precious metals market, silver prices in Egypt experienced a notable decline. The price for 999 fine silver reached approximately 98.96 EGP per gram, while a silver ounce was priced at 3,078 EGP. This downward trend reflects broader global movements and local currency exchange rates. Data indicates that 999 fine silver has decreased by approximately 20.15% since the beginning of 2026.