Egypt's annual urban inflation rate eased to 13.9 per cent in July, down from 14.9pc the previous month, as falling food costs helped temper price pressures, official data showed.
Figures from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics revealed that the monthly inflation rate declined by 0.6pc, with the general consumer price index standing at 256.5 points.
The moderation was largely driven by significant drops in key food categories. Fruit prices plunged 11pc, vegetables fell 7pc, and meat and poultry were down 4.9pc. Personal belongings also recorded a marginal decline of 0.5pc.
However, price increases persisted in some segments. Grains and bread rose 0.4pc, while dairy products, eggs and cheese each edged up 0.2pc. Fish and seafood prices also gained 0.2pc, as did beverages, coffee, tea and cocoa, while mineral water, soft drinks and natural juices climbed 0.8pc.
Outside the food sector, inflation trends were mixed. Tobacco products saw the steepest rise at 7.8pc. Clothing and footwear gained 0.3pc, supported by a 0.4pc increase in ready-made garments and a 0.2pc rise in footwear.
Housing costs advanced 0.7pc, driven by a 0.8pc increase in actual rents and a 1.7pc rise in home maintenance expenses.
Furnishings, household equipment and routine maintenance were up 0.7pc, home textiles rose 2.6pc, glassware and tableware 0.6pc, and gardening and household tools 1.2pc.
Healthcare prices climbed 0.3pc, reflecting a 0.6pc increase in outpatient services and a 1.1pc jump in hospital fees.
Transportation costs edged higher by 0.1pc, boosted by a 0.2pc increase in vehicle purchases and a 0.3pc rise in private transport expenses.
Communication services rose 0.6pc, while recreation and culture gained 0.3pc, supported by higher spending on cultural and entertainment activities and organized tourist trips.
Hotels and restaurants recorded a 0.6pc increase, with ready meals up 0.5pc and hotel services up 1.5pc. Miscellaneous goods and services grew 0.7pc, led by a 1.2pc rise in personal care items.
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