Top 3 highlights from Georgia’s monthly economic review:

1. GEL appreciation

GEL strengthened 0.6% m/m in July, supported by FX inflows; NBG purchased US$ 879.5mn (Mar–Jun) to build reserves.

2. Stable policy rate

NBG kept the rate at 8.0% amid strong growth and moderate inflation.

3. Tourism growth

1H25 revenues hit US$ 2.0bn (+3.8% y/y); full-year forecast at US$ 4.5bn.