The increase is largely driven by notable surges in the prices of fresh food and daily essentials. Fruit prices saw a significant jump of 13.4%, while vegetables rose by 2.1%.
The Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) announced that Egypt’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the entire republic reached 258.4 points in May 2025, marking a 1.8% increase compared to April 2025.
According to CAPMAS, the annual inflation rate for Egypt rose to 16.5% in May 2025, up from 13.5% in April 2025.
The increase is largely driven by notable surges in the prices of fresh food and daily essentials. Fruit prices saw a significant jump of 13.4%, while vegetables rose by 2.1%.
Fish and seafood climbed by 2.4%, and meat and poultry increased by 1.2%. Prices for bottled water, soft drinks, and natural juices were up by 1.3%, and ready-made meals saw a 1.1% increase.
Other notable contributors to inflation include clothing and footwear, where ready-made garments increased by 2.9%, footwear by 1.2%, and fabrics by 1.7%.
Additionally, actual rent for housing rose by 1.2%, while maintenance and repair costs for dwellings went up by 1.8%.
Electricity, gas, and other fuels saw a 2.1% rise, while water and other housing-related services rose by 0.7%.
Household appliances and furniture increased by 1.2% and 1.4% respectively, and products and services related to home maintenance rose by 1%. P
rices for medical products and equipment jumped significantly by 6.9%, and outpatient services increased by 1.2%.
Transportation costs also saw an upward shift, with private transport expenses up by 6.6%, vehicle purchases rising by 0.3%, and public transport services increasing by 1.3%.
Despite the broad rise in prices, some groups experienced a decline. Dairy, cheese, and egg prices dropped by 2.7%, and tobacco prices edged down by 0.1%.
Prices also fell slightly for household and garden tools, as well as personal belongings, both decreasing by 0.1% and 0.9% respectively. Postal services saw a notable drop of 4.1%, while audio-visual equipment, photographic devices, and IT products declined by 1.6%.
