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In February 2026, commercial bank deposits in Armenia decreased by 0.2% (MoM), while lending grew by 0.9% (MoM), according to the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – April 2026."

Converse Bank CJSC announces the appointment of Grant Akopian as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of  the Management Board of the Bank.

The Central Bank of Armenia should be prepared to raise the refinancing rate as needed to return inflation to the target level amid rising inflationary pressures and heightened uncertainty, stated Alexander Timan, head of the IMF mission to Armenia.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) expects inflation in Armenia to accelerate in 2026, despite slower growth.

500-Dram coins remain in circulation in Armenia; the decision to withdraw old-generation banknotes from circulation does not apply to them, according to a statement from the Central Bank's press service.