The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reported that International reserves They reached the US $ 14,208.7 million as of July 31, 2025, which represents approximately the 11 % of the gross domestic product (GDP) And more than Five months of imports.
These levels exceed the metrics recommended by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which suggest at least 10 % of GDP and three months of imports.
But in flat terms what these funds are for and where its importance lies:
Why are international reserves important?
International reserves are active in foreign currency that the Central Bank uses for:
Guarantee the stability of the exchange rate.
Support international payments of the country.
Strengthen the trust of investors and creditors.
Serve as a shock absorber to external crisis or financial imbalances.
The BCRD attributes the strengthening of reserves to structural factors, not to transient debt flows. Among the main engines are:
- National and Free Zones Exports
- Tourism
- Direct foreign investment (FDI)
- Remittances
In 2024, these sectors generated US $ 43,842 million in currenciesand it is projected that in 2025 that figure reaches the US $ 46,150 millionwhich represents an increase of more than US $ 20,000 million compared to 2020.
Technical Management and Profitability
The Central Bank manages reserves under criteria of Safety, liquidity and profitabilityinvesting in assets such as:
- US Treasury Bonds. UU.
- Deposits in the Federal Reserve
- International Payment Bank
For 2023 and 2024, the portfolio generated income higher than US $ 500 millionwhich contributed to reducing the quasifiscal deficit of the BCRD of 1.4 % of GDP in 2020 to 0.8 % in 2024.
Conclusion: International reserves of the Dominican Republic reflect a more resilient economy, with solid foundations and efficient technical management. Its growth not only strengthens financial stability, but also positions the country with greater capacity to face global challenges.
