Bank deposit rate rises by 20bps in Aug
The return on bank deposits has increased by 20 basis points to 4.17% in August 2026 compared to the deposit rate of 3.97% last month, according to the latest official data.
September 18, 2026 (MLN): The return on bank deposits has increased by 20 basis points to 4.17% in August 2026 compared to the deposit rate of 3.97% last month, according to the latest official data. On a yearly basis, the weighted average rate paid for deposits by the banking sector has decreased by 825bps compared to the return of 12.42% last year. Meanwhile, the lending rate for all scheduled banks stood at 11.99...