The market capital gained EGP 1.2 billion, registering LE 708.4 billion.

The EGX 30 benchmark index increased 0.9 percent, recording 10,881 points.

The broader EGX 70 EWI of the leading small and medium enterprises (SMEs) declined 1.21 percent, closing at 2,647 points.

The all-embracing EGX 100 index was down 0.88 percent, standing at 3,598 points.