BCN: 2025 Management Report

The Central Bank of Nicaragua (BCN) published its "Management Report" for 2025 on March 31, 2026, summarizing the Bank's main activities.

BCN: 2025 Management Report

TL;DR

  • Nicaragua's economy showed sustained growth in 2025 with stable employment and low inflation, driven by appropriate macroeconomic policies.
  • Monetary and exchange rate policies maintained the Córdoba's convertibility at 0% annual depreciation against the US dollar and promoted the use of the national currency.
  • Gross International Reserves grew to $8,324.8 million by December 31, 2025.
  • The BCN implemented IBAN standards for bank accounts and updated payment system regulations.
  • Progress was made in macroeconomic statistics, including a change in the reference year for National Accounts and development of a macro-indicator monitoring tool.
  • Institutional technological development included enhanced information security and the implementation of Open Source IT solutions.
  • The BCN participated in financial stability committees, national production plans, and provided technical assistance for national censuses.
  • International relations included consultations with the IMF, dialogue with credit rating agencies, and participation in Central American Monetary Council meetings.