Norges Bank
Norges Bank does not rule out launching digital currency
Central bank publishes first phase of research, saying a digital currency could be an alternative to deposit money when cash usage declines
Central Banking Awards 2018: Gallery
See the winners from the big night, including leading figures from across the industry who came to pick up their awards
Norges Bank launches research blog
New platform aims to encourage discussions on central bank’s research
Norwegian governor reflects on investment of oil revenues
A conservative approach allows the country to avoid “Dutch disease” – Olsen
Norway maintains countercyclical capital buffer at 2%
Norges Bank advises the government not to reduce the buffer because of high household debt
Norges Bank board strikes more bullish tone on outlook
Stronger signs from the economy prompt the central bank to bring forward plans for first hike; new inflation target will have limited effect on policy, central bank says
Norway lowers inflation target and changes policy mandate
The new mandate emphasises the need for high employment and financial stability
Norwegian sovereign wealth fund says 2017 saw third-highest annual returns
NBIM says returns from holdings in oil and gas companies lag those of other sectors
The winners of the 2018 Central Banking Awards
Bank of Canada wins Central Bank of the Year, Lesetja Kganyago picks up Governor of the Year and Perng Fai-nan receives Lifetime Achievement Award; 16 more awards unveiled
Norway’s SWF puts forward anti-corruption recommendations
Fund says investing in firms with strong anti-corruption credentials helps preserve its asset value
Nordic and Baltic states reinforce regional financial co-ordination
Banks operating across the region require common macro-prudential measures
Payments and market infrastructure provider of the year: Perago
The software company is helping central banks around the world implement reliable and highly adaptable RTGS and retail payments systems
Central Banking Awards: Perng Fai-nan recognised for lifetime achievements
The first four 2018 Central Banking Awards are unveiled – banknote and currency management, consultancy, innovation in reserve management, and lifetime achievement
Banknote and currency manager of the year: Norges Bank
The Nordic central bank has redefined how its banknotes are designed, incorporating top-notch security and an innovative awareness campaign
NBIM eyes private equity investment in potential shake-up
Letter to finance ministry says the fund’s structure and goals make unlisted equities a wise investment, but acknowledges a 4% cap would be sensible
Higher inflation in Norway supports tighter outlook
Norges Bank brings forward its first planned rate hike to late 2018
People: RBA appoints new assistant governor
Susan Woods takes position of assistant governor for corporate services; new executive board member at Norges Bank; Central Bank of Ireland appoints director of economics
Weak inflation in Nordic countries likely to keep rates on hold
Sveriges Riksbank and Norges Bank set to prolong their dovish stances in last policy meeting of 2017; Iceland holds rates
High private debt imperils financial stability in Norway, research finds
Households most at risk of shrinking their expenditure account for 50% of private consumption
Norway’s sovereign fund acquires its first Asian real estate
Norges Bank recommended in November the fund should abandon equity investments in oil and natural gas
Norges Bank advises removal of oil and gas stock from government fund
Norway’s SWF held $36.5 billion in equities in the sector at the end of September 2017
Norwegian policy normalisation is feasible – analysts
Uncommon combination of higher oil prices and weak currency offsets subdued consumer prices
High debt threatens financial stability in Norway, central bank says
Household debt ratios and rising property prices are the two main vulnerabilities for the system
Tapping into big data’s potential
Central Banking convened a panel of experts to discuss how central banks can harness big data for their needs, hopefully without falling foul of some of the many pitfalls that await.