Archive · Economy
Monday, October 19, 2026
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- MarketsEuro falls to record low: 91.1 lek at the official rateThe European currency has lost 6.1% against the lek in a year, while experts point to the high supply of foreign currency from tourism and an improved balance of payments.
- MarketsBank of Albania after damage to branches and ATMs: deposits are safe, payments are workingThe central bank says attacks on several bank branches during the protests put neither citizens' savings nor financial stability at risk.
- BusinessExports surge 52% in September, led by Kosovo and GreeceAccording to INSTAT, exports reached 31.2 billion lek, while the trade deficit narrowed to 47.3 billion lek.
- TourismBlue Economy Summit in Orikum: nautical tourism as a year-round source of investmentMinister Blendi Gonxhja said marinas and yacht services can bring income and jobs to coastal communities.
