Overnight interbank trading volume reached Birr 126.3 billion in February 2026.
Volume increased from Birr 38.5 billion in January 2026.
Month-on-month growth exceeded 200 percent.
Average overnight rate rose to 15.9 percent.
Rate increased from 14.2 percent in January.
Transactions concentrated in one-day interbank placements.
Why it matters?
Sharp volume and rate increases indicate tighter liquidity conditions and higher short-term funding costs.