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Year:20262026 (current)2027

2027 market holidays

—Projected

EGX (Egyptian Exchange) market holidays2027 dates & closures

Egyptian Exchange (EGX) has 4 scheduled holiday dates in 2027, including 4 full-day closures. The next full closure is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027. This is a partial projected schedule — fixed-date holidays computed from historical patterns. The exchange has not yet announced the full 2027 calendar; remaining dates are added once published. Regular trading runs 10:00–14:30 GMT+2, Sunday – Thursday.

Is EGX open today?EGX trading hoursAll exchange holidays
4
Holiday dates in 2027
4
Full-day closures
0
Early closes & half days

Next full-day closures

2027
  • Jan1

    New Year's Day

    Fri · market closed all day

  • Apr12

    Coptic Easter

    Mon · market closed all day

  • Apr13

    Sham El Nessim

    Tue · market closed all day

  • Oct6

    Armed Forces Day

    Wed · market closed all day

Download 2027 calendar (.ics)

Holiday dates follow the exchange’s official calendar; early closes and substitute holidays are included where published.

Full 2027 schedule
2027 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule4 total dates
DateHolidayStatusTrading hours
January 20271 full closure
FridayNew Year's DayprojectedFull closureClosed
April 20272 full closures
MondayCoptic EasterprojectedFull closureClosed
TuesdaySham El NessimprojectedFull closureClosed
October 20271 full closure
WednesdayArmed Forces DayprojectedFull closureClosed
Full-day closure Early close Half day Special sessionAll times local to the exchange.

2027 EGX Holidays

2027 Egyptian Exchange Holidays Calendar

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About EGX Trading Hours

Regular Hours: 10:00 – 14:30 (Africa/Cairo)

Country: Egypt

Time Zone: Africa/Cairo

Currency: EGP

Official EGX Website →
Frequently Asked Questions

Is EGX closed on weekends?

Yes, EGX is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Sunday – Thursday only.

Does EGX close for lunch?

No, EGX does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.

What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?

Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.

How many holidays does EGX observe in 2027?

EGX observes 4 scheduled holidays in 2027, including full market closures and early close days.

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