The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) purchased a net $248.5 million in foreign currency in September 2026, bringing the country’s international reserves to $8.17 billion, according to the central bank.
The purchases were conducted through the Bmatch platform. From January through September, the NBG’s total net foreign currency purchases reached $3.37 billion as it continued replenishing reserves when market conditions allowed.
Monthly net purchases in 2026 totaled $86.6 million in January, $429.3 million in February, $333.3 million in April, $632.9 million in May, $612.6 million in June, $488.2 million in July, $555.6 million in August and $248.5 million in September. In March, the NBG recorded net sales of $16.2 million.
The central bank describes international reserves as an important safeguard for Georgia’s macroeconomic stability. The NBG’s next update on foreign exchange market operations is scheduled for November 25, 2026.
