The National Bank of Romania (NBR) today announced an increase in the country’s foreign exchange reserves, reaching EUR 62,593 million as of February 28, 2025, up from EUR 60,837 million at the end of January 2025. This growth contributes to Romania’s total international reserves (foreign currencies and gold) reaching EUR 71,764 million, compared to EUR 69,810 million in the previous month.
The positive trend was primarily driven by strong inflows totaling EUR 6,355 million, which included:
Changes in credit institutions’ foreign currency-denominated required reserves with the NBR.
Significant inflows into the Ministry of Finance’s accounts, notably from the successful issuance of EUR 2,800 million and approximately USD 1,200 million in Eurobonds.
Other contributing factors.
Outflows during February amounted to EUR 4,599 million, consisting of:
Changes in credit institutions’ foreign currency-denominated required reserves with the NBR.
Interest payments and principal repayments on foreign currency public debt, totaling approximately EUR 543 million.
Payments from the European Commission’s account and other outflows.
Romania’s gold reserves remained stable at 103.6 tonnes. However, the value of the gold stock increased to EUR 9,171 million, reflecting the positive movement in international gold prices.
Looking ahead, the NBR anticipates approximately EUR 501 million in payments due on foreign currency-denominated public and publicly guaranteed debt during March 2025.
The National Bank of Romania is the central bank of Romania and is responsible for maintaining price stability and ensuring the stability of the financial system.
