A conversation with Maait: IMF Executive Director and former Finance Minister Mohamed Maait joined Sherif Amer on Yahduth Fi Masr last night to talk all things economy (watch, runtime: 22:02 | 16:40).

The IMF and Maait agree — we’re on the right track: “The Egyptian economy is now heading in a better direction,” Maait said, pointing to a “phase of recovery and restored stability” after a two-year disruption that began in March 2022 and lasted until February 2024. He noted that the IMF shares this positive view of Egypt’s current trajectory, citing falling debt levels, a narrower budget deficit, and lower interest rates as tangible indicators of recovery.

When will people feel the difference? Egyptians should start feeling the results of economic reforms in early 2026, Maait said, adding that “as the recovery gains momentum, we expect prices of goods and services to decline gradually next year,” bringing a greater sense of stability and relief to households.

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