Tunis:Remittances from Egyptians working abroad increased by 27.2% in the first eight months of 2026, reaching a record $33.9 billion. This marks a significant rise from the $26.6 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, as reported by the Central Bank of Egypt.
According to Emirates News Agency, the year-on-year increase in remittances amounted to approximately $7.3 billion.
In August 2026 alone, remittances saw a 21.7% growth, amounting to around $4.2 billion, compared to $3.5 billion in August 2025.