Egypt

Edita delivered a strong start to the year, with consolidated revenues increasing 34.7% year-on-year to EGP 5.8 billion (US$108.82 M) in 1Q2026, reflecting robust volume growth, continued price-point migration, and sustained demand momentum across key categories.

Primary crops include wheat, corn, and sugar beet aimed at reducing Egypt’s heavy reliance on imported staples, alongside export crops such as olives, figs, and vegetables.

The announcement marks a significant strategic pivot for a country whose bread subsidy system underpins social stability for tens of millions of citizens.

Authorities say local stocks remain stable even as global markets tighten.

This strong performance underscores the company’s resilience amid economic challenges, driven by heightened consumer demand for its iconic biscuits, cakes, and wafers.