From The Rio Times · Amina Diarra · · 1m 40s
Angola Reserves Drop to US$15.2 Billion
Angola's central bank reports gross reserves fell to US$15.23 billion in September, down 0.6% from August.
In brief
Angola's central bank reports gross reserves fell to US$15.23 billion in September, down 0.6% from August. Angola's gross international reserves dropped to US$15.23 billion in September, 4.2% below the end of 2025. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Angola Reserves Data
Angola's gross international reserves ended September at US$15.23 billion, down US$87 million (0.6%) from August's US$15.32 billion.
Why It Matters
Reserves pay for imports, service foreign debt, and support the kwanza, sitting 4.2% below the US$15.90 billion held at the end of 2025.
Market Forecast
The September level sits close to a market forecast of US$15.0 billion and just under August's US$15.3 billion.
Who Manages Reserves
The Banco Nacional de Angola (BNA) is the central bank that manages reserves and publishes the daily series.
Recent Trend
Reserves peaked at US$15.35 billion on Wednesday 16 September and bottomed at US$15.19 billion on Monday 28 September.
October Decline
The latest daily reading on Thursday 15 October shows reserves at US$15.17 billion, US$62 million below September's end.
2026 Range
Reserves ranged from US$14.87 billion in June to US$16.25 billion in April, with September at US$15.23 billion.
What It Means for US Readers
US investors in Angolan debt and firms operating there monitor reserves as a buffer against missed payments.
What's Unknown
The BNA series does not itemize debt service, currency sales, gold valuation, or state payments affecting reserves.
What Comes Next
The October close will be the BNA reading for Friday 30 October, with no announced Monetary Policy Committee decision.
What matters most
Angola's gross international reserves dropped to US$15.23 billion in September, 4.2% below the end of 2025.
