The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) closed higher on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, supported by buying from local, Arab, and foreign institutions and investment funds, while individual investors tended toward selling.
Market capitalization of listed companies gained around LE 71 billion to reach LE 3.400 trillion by the close of trading. Total transactions amounted to about LE 60.9 billion, including bonds, treasury bills, and ownership transfer deals, while stock trading stood at LE 11.1 billion.
The benchmark EGX 30 rose 4.1 percent to 48,593.99 points.
The EGX 70 gained 1.32 percent to 12,968.37 points, while the broader EGX 100 advanced 1.61 percent to 18,143.52 points.
