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28 March 2025
Central Bank reports good progress in all planned areas in Strategic Plan update
On March 28, 2025 the Central Bank posted the latest semi-annual update on the execution of its 2021/22-2025/26 Strategic Plan. The Bank made good progress in the cited areas involving increase in deposit insurance coverage; integration of the new coat of arms in the updated polymer $100 banknote; advocacy on climate change; progressing a fast payments system; and bolstering cybersecurity. The next six months, April – September 2025, will see sustained moment
28 March 2025
Monetary Policy Announcement - March 2025
The current international economic setting is marked by significant policy uncertainty, amid the threat of tariff wars significantly impacting global trade and leading to a resurgence of inflation. According to the International Monetary Fund’s January 2025 World Economic Outlook Update, world growth for this year is projected to remain relatively steady at 3.3 per cent, but with large downside risks.
27 March 2025
Economic DataPack - March 2025
The Economic DataPack, which replaces the Economic Bulletin and Summary Economic Indicators Bulletin, is part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility and usefulness of economic and financial data sets. It will be published every quarter along with the Monetary Policy Announcement. It maintains continuity with these past reports but offers a more comprehensive collection of indicators.
27 March 2025
Notice - Licensed Financial Institutions
Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 30(1) of the Financial Institutions Act, 2008, that the following institutions are licensed to carry on banking business or business of a financial nature in Trinidad and Tobago.
24 March 2025
Call for Papers - Research Review Seminar 2025
The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago cordially invites submissions for the 2025 Research Review Seminar on “Navigating the Triple D’s: Implications of De-globalisation, Decarbonisation and Digitalisation for the Caribbean Region.” This Seminar will take place during September 3-5, 2025.
21 March 2025
Governor addresses the role of Caribbean Central Banks in climate change
On March 21, 2025 Governor Hilaire discussed the role that Central Banks in the Caribbean should play in dealing with the major problem of climate change faced by the region. The Governor observed that regional Central Banks have already started to assess climate change impacts on their economies, while adapting internal operations, directing external investments and expanding public dialogue. He concluded that the journey will be long, and coordinated approaches will take us even further.
17 March 2025
Central Bank Celebrates Global Money Week 2025!
As part of our public education and outreach thrust, the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago is thrilled to once again collaborate with key industry stakeholders to provide an exciting learning expo for our nation's youth. This year, which marks our 7th year of celebrations, we are engaging approximately 600 students from primary and secondary schools across Trinidad and Tobago, joining a global movement that spans over 100 countries.
6 March 2025
Central Bank Registers Massy Remittance Services to Issue E-Money
On March 3, 2024, the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago registered Massy Remittance Services (Trinidad) Ltd. (MRSTL) to carry on the business of an E-Money Issuer in Trinidad and Tobago using its digital wallet app; WIDIT. This is following a 6-month provisional registration period which ended on March 2, 2025.
17 February 2025
Plaza Riddims 2025
Join us on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12:00 noon for our annual Carnival lunch time concert.
16 February 2025
Update on $100 Bank Note (2025 Series)
On January 21, 2025, the National Emblems of Trinidad and Tobago (Regulation) (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was passed in the Senate, and assented to on the 29th January 2025, becoming an Act, to give legal effect for the change of the Coat of Arms.
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