The National Bank of Serbia issued a public statement rejecting media allegations that it is “preparing a financial collapse” in connection with the current situation involving NIS, and reiterated that it has the tools and mandate to preserve the stability and security of Serbia’s financial system. The central bank said it is monitoring developments with full attention, coordinating with other state institutions and with domestic and international partners, and has been actively participating across segments of the domestic financial market in recent days to maintain stability. It described Serbia’s banking sector as liquid and well-capitalised, warned that panic-inducing headlines undermine confidence and increase uncertainty among citizens, and stated it will not allow payment transactions, financial stability or financial flows to be jeopardised. The National Bank of Serbia said it will continue to inform the public about its actions and called on media and other public actors to report on the topic truthfully, carefully and responsibly.
National Bank of Serbia 2025-12-04
National Bank of Serbia rebuts media claims of an impending financial collapse and says it is acting to safeguard financial stability
The National Bank of Serbia refuted media claims of an impending financial collapse linked to NIS, affirming its capability to maintain financial stability. It emphasized the liquidity and capitalization of Serbia's banking sector and criticized panic-inducing headlines for undermining public confidence. The bank pledged ongoing transparency and urged responsible reporting from media and public figures.