The Central Bank of Estonia outlined how it compiles monthly balance of payments flash estimates, which use a considerably smaller database than the quarterly statistics and are revised when the quarterly figures are released. The balance of payments for the third quarter of 2026 will be published on December 9, 2026.
The monthly estimates cover the last month but one and draw on available information, including administrative data and reports on international payments. Quarterly statistics use a combined system of representative primary data sources, including company surveys, providing the basis for subsequent adjustments to the monthly estimates.