Rapid Increase in Circulating Banknotes Over 28 Billion Dinars in Tunisia

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 08 May 2026

Tunisia's Labor Income Reaches 2.9 Billion Dinars in First Four Months of 2026

According to the latest monetary and financial indicators published by the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) on Friday, labor income in Tunisia has reached 2.9 billion dinars in the first four months of 2026, representing a 5.2% increase compared to the same period last year.

Tourism Revenue Sees 4% Growth

Tourism revenue has also seen a 4% growth, increasing from 1.9 billion dinars at the end of April 2025 to 2 billion dinars at the end of April 2026.

Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach 25.1 Billion Dinars

The country's foreign exchange reserves have increased by 10%, exceeding 25.1 billion dinars (equivalent to 103 days of importation) as of May 7, 2026, compared to 22.8 billion dinars (equivalent to 99 days of importation) at the same time last year.

External Debt Services Reach 2.5 Billion Dinars

The cumulative external debt services have reached 2.5 billion dinars in the first four months of 2026.

Currency in Circulation Sees 18.8% Growth

The amount of currency in circulation continues to rise, with an 18.8% growth, exceeding 28.1 billion dinars as of May 7, 2026.

Interbank Transactions See 28% Increase

The total amount of interbank transactions has also increased by 28%, reaching nearly 4 billion dinars as of May 7, 2026, compared to 3.1 billion dinars at the same time last year.

Refinancing Volume Sees 18% Decline

However, the global refinancing volume has decreased by 18%, reaching 11.2 billion dinars as of May 7, 2026, compared to 13.7 billion dinars at the same time last year.