Fresh Data from the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) Paints a Mixed Economic Picture
As of January 27, 2026, the latest data from the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) reveals a complex economic landscape. Here are three key points to understand the current situation:
Foreign Exchange Reserves
This is the most striking point: our foreign exchange reserves currently stand at 25.017 billion dinars. Over the past year, we have lost approximately 1.6 billion dinars. In other words, we now cover 105 days of imports, compared to 118 days at the same period last year.
Cash in Circulation
We are witnessing a significant surge in cash in circulation, which now exceeds 27.1 billion dinars. This continuous increase highlights the economy's ongoing demand for physical liquidity. Why is this important? The massive increase of 4.4 billion dinars over the past year demonstrates a constant need for liquidity, reflecting both sustained economic activity and persistent pressure on traditional financing methods.
Tourism
The tourism sector ended 2025 on a high note, with nearly 8.1 billion dinars generated, outperforming the previous year. This additional 214 million dinars is a welcome boost to our finances, as it helps mitigate the impact of declining reserves in other areas.
