Mixed Fish Prices Reported at Cairo's El Obour Wholesale Market
Fish and seafood prices experienced noticeable fluctuation at Cairo's El Obour Wholesale Market. Latest market updates show a price increase for Nile perch alongside a decrease for Makarona fish.
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Fish prices fluctuated at El Obour Wholesale Market, with Nile perch rising by 20 EGP and Makarona fish dropping by 10 EGP.
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Trading at Cairo's El Obour Wholesale Market on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, saw mixed movements in fish and seafood prices. Official market updates reported a 20 EGP increase in the wholesale price of Nile perch, while Makarona fish prices declined by 10 EGP per kilogram.
Why this matters
Wholesale fish price shifts at El Obour Market directly influence retail seafood prices for consumers across greater Cairo.
Background
El Obour Market serves as Egypt's primary wholesale trading hub for fresh produce and seafood, establishing daily baseline prices.
Key terms
- El Obour Wholesale Market
- The central wholesale market located near Cairo supplying produce and fish to regional retailers.
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Key facts
- Trading at Cairo's El Obour Wholesale Market on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, saw mixed movements in fish and seafood prices.
- Official market updates reported a 20 EGP increase in the wholesale price of Nile perch, while Makarona fish prices declined by 10 EGP per kilogram.
Key numbers
- 5,
- Trading at Cairo's El Obour Wholesale Market on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, saw mixed movements in fish and sea
- 20
- Official market updates reported a 20 EGP increase in the wholesale price of Nile perch, while Makarona fish p
- 10
- Conversely, Makarona fish prices saw a decline of 10 Egyptian pounds.
Prices of fish and seafood recorded notable fluctuations during trading at the El Obour Wholesale Market on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, according to the latest market updates for the fisheries sector.
Among the key price movements, Nile perch (Qashr Bayad) registered a sudden increase of 20 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Market data indicates varying demand dynamics affecting wholesale figures across different species.
Conversely, Makarona fish prices saw a decline of 10 Egyptian pounds. The market updates reflect ongoing daily shifts in supply and trade activity within Cairo's primary wholesale market for seafood.
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- 5 Aug, 06:44
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- 5 Aug, 06:44
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