The Open Market Operations Committee of the Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) held the key interest rate at 5.75% and left other monetary policy rates unchanged, citing monetary stability, the attractiveness of Jordanian dinar-denominated assets, low inflation and sound economic performance. Over the past year, the central bank held rates in July 2025, cut all policy instruments by 25 basis points in each of September, October and December, and maintained the key rate at 5.75% in 2026. Inflation was 2.03% in the first half of 2026, while real growth reached 2.9% in the first quarter and is projected at 2.7% for the full year, with the banking sector maintaining comfortable liquidity, profitability and capital adequacy. Foreign currency reserves rose to USD 26.1 billion at end-June, covering 8.6 months of imports. Against continued regional uncertainty and escalation, the CBJ said it would closely monitor domestic, regional and international developments and take necessary measures to preserve monetary and financial stability and strengthen economic resilience.
Central Bank of Jordan2026-07-30
Central Bank of Jordan Holds Key Interest Rate at 5.75%
The Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) held its key interest rate at 5.75% and left other policy rates unchanged, citing monetary stability, low inflation and sound economic performance. The CBJ said it would monitor regional uncertainty and act as needed to preserve monetary and financial stability.