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16 storiesThe Central Bank of Egypt announces localising household-goods manufacturing
He added that stock turnover improved by close to 12% over the last quarter, but that the cost of finance remains the first obstacle to expansion in the governorates.
The Customs Authority warns of localising household-goods manufacturing
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 Central Bank of Egypt reviews rising building-material prices
He added that stock turnover improved by close to 12% over the last quarter, but that the cost of finance remains the first obstacle to expansion in the governorates.
The Customs Authority is studying localising household-goods manufacturing
Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.
The building-materials division warns of easier finance for small enterprises
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.