40% Increase in Agricultural Lending Compared to Previous Year
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TLDR
- Agricultural lending increased by 40% year-on-year as of June this year, compared to a 30% increase the previous year.
- Credit to the trade sector grew 60% year-on-year, marking the strongest increase among major economic activities.
- The Bank of Tanzania Monthly Economic Review indicates that private-sector credit is experiencing broader growth with several sectors showing double-digit increases.
- Credit for transport and communication rose by 46% annually, up from 26% a year earlier, reflecting increased financing in logistics and related services.
- Lending for personal activities also saw a rise of 34%, compared to 14% the previous year, while building and construction lending grew by 30% from 26%.