Central Bank's Key Rate Stabilized
The Central Bank of Jordan decided to maintain the primary interest rate at 5.75% in July 2026, with the aim of preserving monetary stability and the attractiveness of the dinar. The decision reflects improvements in economic performance, as foreign exchange reserves reached $26.1 billion by the end of June 2026, an increase of $4.1 billion over the previous year. Inflation also declined to 2.03%. Additionally, the tourism sector grew by 7% in June, remittances from expatriate workers increased by 14.5%, and exports amounted to $4.2 billion, marking a 7.3% rise. The economy experienced real growth of 2.9% in the first quarter, with projections indicating a full-year growth of 2.7% in 2026.
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