The Egyptian stock exchange's benchmark index tumbled 2 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by (new riots), according to AP. The benchmark EGX30 index closed at 5,283 points, shedding 2.03 percent from its previous day's settlement due to the overnight riots in Tahrir Square. Officials portray the visits as indications that investors are still keen to pump money into the country and have tried to encourage companies to invest in some of the many major infrastructure projects that are key to creating jobs and alleviating the rampant unemployment. -- SPA
