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This buffer serves as a temporary additional capital reserve, providing banks with the necessary leeway to absorb credit losses in the event of a sharp increase in loan defaults.

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On the export side, Wallonia reported the most robust increase (+21.8%), ahead of Flanders (+18.3%) and Brussels (+17.7%). On the import side, the upturn was most marked in Brussels (+34.0%), followed by Wallonia (+29.3%) and Flanders (+20.1%).  

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The net international investment position (NIIP) increased from €320 billion at the end of 2022 to €381 billion at the end of 2023. 

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Between 1996 and 2022, Wallonia’s GDP per capita grew less than that of Flanders. But how does Wallonia compare with similar regions in Europe in terms of its economic performance, competitiveness and the well-being of its population?

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The annual report covers the main economic, financial, and monetary policy developments from 2023. You can find the full report here, along with videos on the report’s main themes featuring experts from the Bank.

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  • Press release - Financial accounts of Belgium (2023-IV)

  • Foreign Trade Statistics - Monthly Bulletin (F-N) (2024-01)

  • Press release - Foreign Trade Statistics (F-N) (2024-01)

  • Press release - NAI - Quarterly sector accounts (2023-IV)

  • National accounts - First estimate of the annual accounts (F - N) (2023)

  • Press release - NAI - Government accounts (2023)

  • Press release - Consumer confidence indicator (2024-04)

  • Press release - Business confidence indicator (2024-04)

  • Press release - Bi-annual investment survey (2024-I)

  • Press release - Belgian non-money market investment funds (2023-IV)

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