LATEST NEWS

14-Oct-2022

The Impact of Declining Central Government Transfers and Subsidies on the Household Sector: Implications for Financial Stability (Working Papers, WP 03/2022)

Following the collapse of crude oil prices in 2014, in an attempt to narrow the fiscal deficit, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago embarked on a concerted effort to reduce expenditure by streamlining ‘transfers and subsidies’ – support that has historically run at high costs.

07-Oct-2022

Domestic Banking Industry Network Analysis: The Sovereign-Bank Nexus (Working Papers, WP 02/2022)

The importance of sovereign-bank linkages has been a major topic of discussion among academics and regulators. While interdependencies can play a supportive role in the smooth functioning of the financial system and the wider economy, imperfections in the relationship have fostered an embrace which has, on occasion, led to a systemic risk event.

05-Oct-2022

2021/2022 De La Rue Currency Scholarship Award Recipients

The Central Bank celebrates its 2021/2022 De La Rue Currency Scholarship Recipients, Mr. Justin Edwards and Ms. Sarah Prashad.

Click here to view the Award Presentation Ceremony.

03-Oct-2022

Treasury Bill Nos. 1690 and 1691

Invest in Treasury Bills Today! Treasury Bills are government-guaranteed investment instruments that are available to individuals and institutions. You are invited to submit bids to the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago by 12:00 noon on the auction date for the upcoming issue.

30-Sep-2022

Monetary Policy Announcement - September 2022

The recovery of the global economy in recent months has not been smooth, and growth forecasts have been downgraded. Many central banks continued to raise policy rates as inflation soared past target levels.

30-Sep-2022

Strategic Plan 2021/22 – 2025/26 Project Implementation Update Year 1 / HY2

Central Bank recounts recent major achievements. Five key goals for the next 6 months are highlighted.

12-Sep-2022

60 Years, 60 Objects - An Independence Exhibition

Come experience the feature exhibition at the Central Bank Museum and view over 75 pieces from the Bank’s Art Collection. Exhibition runs until December 30, 2022, Tue to Fri 9 a.m. to 4 a.m.

09-Sep-2022

Economic Bulletin July 2022

Aggressive monetary tightening in response to surging inflation has contributed to a denting of global economic prospects. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has markedly increased global commodity prices, adding to existing inflationary pressures caused by supply chain disruptions and the release of excessive stimulus funds related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

09-Sep-2022

Visual Summary - Economic Bulletin July 2022

The Visual Summary presents highlights, inclusive of a visual representation of the key points of the Economic Bulletin for July 2022. 

17-Aug-2022

Visual Summary - Financial Stability Report 2021

Over the period, the Central Bank advanced strategic initiatives to support financial stability. Work progressed on legislative reform, regulatory amendments to improve compliance with international standards, and building the Central Bank’s supervisory and analytical capacity.