The Ministry of Supply approves falling global grain prices
A number of importers argue that the proposed timetable needs a transition period of at least six months, so that small businesses can adapt their accounting systems.
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The Cairo Chamber of Commerce sets out easier finance for small enterprises
The meeting closed by forming a joint Chamber–ministry committee, meeting weekly to follow implementation and reporting monthly to the federation’s board.
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The Federation of Chambers of Commerce warns of the financial-inclusion drive for traders
The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.
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The foodstuffs division is studying the container shortage at the ports
The division head said the meeting examined the direct effect of the decision on supply inside the local market, and that the Chamber submitted a detailed memorandum carrying traders’ proposals on the timetable.
The Central Bank of Egypt is studying new pricing rules for staple goods
Chamber figures put the number of registered businesses at 41,000, up by 3,400 on last year, most of them in retail and logistics.
The Customs Authority is studying falling global grain prices
Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.
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