The jump in Egyptian inflation to 13.1% y/y in May was almost entirely driven a sharp rise in food inflation and, as a result, we don’t expect it to have an impact on the MPC’s rate decision tomorrow. But equally, it means that the chances of the CBE cutting rates later this year have now diminished.
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