In June of this year, JD deposit increased by 404 million JD to reach a total of 23 billion JD at licensed banks.
Moreover, the weighted average interest rate on JD term deposits dropped by 11 basis points in June of this year to reach 4.60%.
Meanwhile, foreign currency deposits grew by approximately USD 199 million over the same time period, reversing a downward trend that was evident since the beginning of 2014.
The continued rise in JD deposits for the sixth consecutive month is due to positive economic growth, decreasing dollarization levels and increasing foreign currency inflow; mainly through external aid foreign borrowing.