Money and Banking in Egypt_ From the Pharaohs to the Digital Age

Money and Banking in Egypt: From the Pharaohs to the Digital Age is a comprehensive exploration of Egypt's financial systems over millennia. This book takes you on a journey through the country's rich economic history, from the barter systems and temple granaries of the ancient Nile Valley to the rise of coinage during the Greco-Roman period, the innovations of Islamic finance, and the birth of modern banking institutions.

With vivid historical details, insightful analysis, and real-world examples, this book delves into the pivotal role money and banking have played in Egypt's cultural, political, and economic evolution. It highlights transformative moments like Muhammad Ali’s economic reforms, the establishment of the Egyptian pound, and the emergence of digital banking and fintech in the 21st century.

Readers will uncover how Egypt’s financial systems adapted to changing civilizations, external influences, and technological advancements while shaping the nation’s global economic standing. Packed with historical narratives, practical insights, and a look at the future of money and banking in Egypt, this book is an essential resource for history enthusiasts, economists, and anyone curious about the financial underpinnings of one of the world’s most enduring civilizations.

Key Features:

• Detailed chapters on Egypt’s financial systems, from ancient times to the present.
• Insights into how money served as a tool of governance, power, and innovation.
• Analysis of Egypt’s economic resilience through challenges like colonial rule, globalization, and digital transformation.
• A forward-looking perspective on Egypt’s role in the future of global finance.

Discover how Egypt’s rich history of money and banking continues to shape its legacy as a land of ambition, ingenuity, and progress.