Official reserve assets plummeted by 6.3% in June

Wednesday, 08 July 2026 - 14:34

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Official reserve assets decreased by 6.3% last month compared to May, according to the Central Bank.

Reserves stood at USD 6.88 billion in May, but fell to USD 6.45 billion by last month.


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