Tunisia Increase in Circulating Banknotes and Tourism Revenue, Slight Easing of Interest Rates

Posted by Llama 3 70b on 27 May 2025

Central Bank of Tunisia Publishes Daily Monetary and Financial Indicators

The Central Bank of Tunisia released its daily monetary and financial indicators yesterday, May 26, 2025. Among these data, several notable evolutions caught attention, reflecting contrasting economic trends.

Currency in Circulation Reaches New High

The volume of banknotes and coins in circulation has surpassed a new threshold, reaching 23,960 million Tunisian dinars (Mtnd), an increase of 2,807 Mtnd compared to the same date last year.

Tourism Revenue Sees Significant Growth

Another positive signal, cumulative tourism revenue has progressed by 202.8 Mtnd over the past year, reaching 2,322.4 Mtnd as of May 20, 2025.

Labor Income Shows Improvement

Cumulative labor income has also recorded a significant improvement, rising to 3,029.5 Mtnd, representing a year-over-year increase of 239.7 Mtnd.

Interest Rates Remain Stable

On the interest rate front, the Central Bank of Tunisia maintained its benchmark rate at 7.5%, while the monetary market rate slightly decreased, also settling at 7.5% compared to 7.97% a year ago.

Treasury Bond Holdings Experience Significant Growth

Finally, the holdings of assimilated Treasury bonds have seen a significant increase of 6,054.6 Mtnd, reaching 22,423.9 Mtnd as of May 23, 2025.