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Cement prices remain steady in Egypt

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Cement prices remained unchanged on Saturday 19 September 2026 at Egyptian factories and in the market. No changes were reported that day, with prices holding at their current levels, according to Egyptian newspaper Al-Youm Al-Sabea.

The average price per tonne of cement for consumers stood at about 4,200 Egyptian pounds on Saturday 19 September 2026, while the average ex-factory price reached 3,820 pounds. Average prices at different factories were around 4,000 pounds, depending on the type of cement and the manufacturer.

Prices remained stable despite the recent rise in fuel prices. Cement shipping and transport costs did not increase, in a market characterised by a balance between supply and demand and relatively subdued activity.

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