Norges Bank

Financial Stability Report 2025 H1

Financial stability assessment

The global economy is marked by uncertainty about future trade policies, and the growth prospects abroad appear weaker. There is a higher risk of market turbulence and downturns that could weaken financial stability. However, Norges Bank’s Monetary Policy and Financial Stability Committee considers the Norwegian financial system to be robust.

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The report – in a nutshell

  • Increased risk of market turbulence and downturns

  • Financial institutions must be prepared for large market movements

  • The Norwegian financial system is robust

Risks and vulnerabilities

Section 1

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Developments in financial institutions

Section 2

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Stress testing banks

Section 3

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In its bi-annual Financial Stability Report, Norges Bank assesses the financial stability outlook. The Report discusses cyclical and structural developments in financial markets, the Norwegian economy, banks and other financial institutions. Assessments of the countercyclical capital buffer and other recommendations for measures to safeguard financial stability are made on the basis of vulnerabilities, risks and resilience in the financial system. See all Financial stability reports

ISSN 1503-8858 (online).

Series:
Financial Stability Report
Number:
1/2025
Published:
20 May 2025 08:00