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Causes of the Rise and Fall of the US Dollar Against the Egyptian Pound

The exchange rate between the Egyptian pound and the US dollar is determined by a sensitive daily balance that reflects both domestic market forces and global economic conditions. Whenever there is a stable inflow of hard currency—whether from commodity exports, Suez Canal revenues, tourism, or remittances from Egyptians abroad—the need for importers and investors to seek dollars in the informal market decreases, and the pound tends to strengthen. However, when these inflows decline for any reason, dollar liquidity contracts, and its price rises proportionally due to increased demand.

This relationship is also affected by the volume of imports. An economy that relies on importing energy, food, or industrial inputs creates recurring demand for the dollar to finance these bills. If global prices for Egypt’s imported goods decrease, or if policies successfully promote local alternatives, pressure on the pound may ease. Conversely, global price shocks or supply chain disruptions increase the need for foreign currency, which immediately reflects in the rise of the parallel exchange rate.

Domestic inflation plays a pivotal role as well. The wider the gap between inflation in Egypt and that in the United States, the more the pound’s purchasing power erodes. Both consumers and investors then tend to prefer holding the more stable US dollar. Monetary policy typically tries to address this by raising interest rates or absorbing excess liquidity, but it doesn’t always succeed in calming the black market—especially if inflation remains high over a prolonged period.

Another factor is external debt and its servicing obligations. When large debt repayments are due or dollar-denominated borrowing rises, the official demand for hard currency increases. If this coincides with a downgrade in Egypt’s credit rating or concerns about its repayment ability, foreign investors may start selling pound-denominated assets in search of safer havens, triggering waves of capital outflows that quickly weaken the local currency.

Markets also respond to global investor sentiment and Federal Reserve policies. Whenever US monetary policy tightens or bond yields rise, the dollar becomes more attractive internationally. Investors shift toward dollar assets, and this trend spreads to emerging markets, exerting pressure on exchange rates—even if domestic fundamentals remain unchanged.

The structure of Egypt’s local currency market itself also matters. When foreign exchange operations are restricted in official channels, market participants turn to parallel markets, widening the gap between official and unofficial rates. This gap fuels speculative behavior, where trading on the price difference generates additional demand. Such dynamics can be mitigated by flexible regulatory measures or a gradual liberalization of the official market—if implemented effectively.

The psychological factor is no less important. Expectations of an upcoming devaluation or rumors of a foreign currency shortage often prompt individuals and businesses to rush into buying and hoarding dollars, creating demand that exceeds real needs. When these fears subside, the pound may recover—even without any significant change in the economic fundamentals.

Thus, the exchange rate of the dollar against the pound is shaped by an intricate web of cash flows, official policies, global variables, and psychological dynamics. Ultimately, it is a live reflection of the supply and demand balance for hard currency—constantly shifting with changes in both domestic and international conditions, and with the level of trust policymakers can instill in participants across both the official and parallel markets.

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