Egypt’s exports to Saudi Arabia recorded strong growth during the first half of 2026, reaching $1.8 billion, according to data from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS).
The figure compares with around $1.5 billion during the same period in 2025, representing an increase of approximately 20.5% and highlighting the continued expansion of trade between Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
Egypt-Saudi Trade Reaches $7.1 Billion
Total trade between Egypt and Saudi Arabia reached approximately $7.1 billion during the first six months of 2026, compared with $5.9 billion during the same period a year earlier.
Saudi Arabia also remained one of Egypt’s most important trading partners during the period, with Egyptian exports to the Kingdom ranking among the highest within the BRICS group. CAPMAS data showed that Saudi Arabia was the leading BRICS destination for Egyptian exports in the first half of 2026, ahead of the UAE and India.
What Does Egypt Export to Saudi Arabia?
Copper and copper products were among Egypt’s leading exports to Saudi Arabia, with shipments valued at around $246.5 million during the first half of the year.
Electrical machinery, appliances and equipment followed at approximately $215.9 million, while fruit exports were valued at around $180.6 million.
Other major Egyptian exports included fuels and mineral oils worth approximately $157.6 million, alongside clothing exports valued at about $78.2 million.
Egypt’s Imports From Saudi Arabia Also Increase
Egypt imported approximately $5.3 billion worth of goods from Saudi Arabia during the first half of 2026, up from around $4.4 billion during the same period in 2025.
Energy products accounted for the largest share, with fuel, mineral oils and related products reaching approximately $4 billion.
Other major imports included plastics and plastic products valued at around $719.8 million, aluminum products at $174.2 million and paper products at approximately $63.5 million.
Saudi Investment and Remittances Remain Significant
Economic links between the two countries extend beyond trade.
CAPMAS data showed that remittances from Egyptians working in Saudi Arabia reached approximately $12 billion during the 2024/2025 fiscal year, up from $8 billion the previous year.
Saudi Arabia also remains an important source of investment in Egypt, while Egyptian companies continue to expand their activity in the Saudi market.
Egypt and Saudi Arabia Seek Deeper Economic Cooperation
The latest figures come as Cairo and Riyadh continue discussions aimed at increasing bilateral trade and investment.
With Egyptian exports reaching $1.8 billion in just six months and overall trade climbing above $7 billion, the latest CAPMAS figures point to continued growth in commercial ties between the two countries.
