US dollar price in Egypt drops below 52 pounds

On June 9‑10 2026 the US dollar traded around 51.6‑51.9 Egyptian pounds across a range of Egyptian banks. The Central Bank listed a buy rate of 51.65 LE and a sell rate of 51.79 LE. Major commercial banks posted rates such as 51.77 LE buy/51.87 LE sell (Bank of Egypt), 51.68 LE buy/51.78 LE sell (HSBC), 51.60 LE buy/51.70 LE sell (National Bank of Kuwait), and 51.57 LE buy/51.67 LE sell (Emirates Dubai Bank). The lowest sell price recorded was under 52 LE, indicating a modest weakening of the pound against the dollar. Average market rates hovered at about 51.70 LE per US dollar.