Egypt's Vehicle and Auto Parts Imports Decline 24.4% in April

Egypt's Vehicle and Auto Parts Imports Decline 24.4% in April

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Jul 22, 2026 11:34 AM

Egypt's imports of vehicles and automotive components recorded a noticeable decline during April, according to foreign trade data released by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The figures showed that total imports of vehicles and their components reached approximately $281.5 million, compared with about $370.6 million during the same month last year, representing a year-on-year decline of 24.4%.

Lower Import Value

The official foreign trade data indicated that the difference between the value of imports in April this year and the corresponding month of the previous year amounted to approximately $90.1 million. The figures reflect a reduction in overall spending on imported vehicles and automotive components during the comparison period, based on the official statistics.

Official Trade Data Overview

The latest figures form part of the country's regular foreign trade statistics, which monitor import and export activity across various sectors, including the automotive industry and vehicle components. The automotive sector remains an important indicator for tracking vehicle import activity and broader trade trends.

According to the official data, imports of vehicles and their components totaled approximately $281.5 million in April, compared with $370.6 million in the same month a year earlier. This represents a decrease of approximately $90.1 million, equivalent to a 24.4% year-on-year decline.

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