On Sunday, February 22, 2026, gold prices in Egypt experienced a notable increase, particularly for the widely traded 21-carat variety, which surged by 300 pounds to reach 6,925 pounds per gram. This rise follows a period of fluctuations in the global gold market, where the price of an ounce has climbed to 5,108 dollars by the end of the previous week, reflecting a broader trend in precious metal prices. The increase in gold prices often reflects factors such as inflation, demand changes, and market sentiment surrounding economic conditions.

The report from Al Jazeera also highlights the prices of various gold carats as recorded by the