Financial stability
Norges Bank shall contribute to a robust and efficient financial system
Society depends on a stable and well-functioning financial system for us to be able to pay, save and borrow money. The system must be safe, efficient and able to withstand disturbances without braking down. Norges Bank is the core of this system, and performs tasks that counteract imbalances and contribute to the system being stable and efficient.
Reports
Financial stability
ReportThe report on financial stability contains a broad assessment of the structure and vulnerability of the Norwegian financial system.
Financial infrastructure
ReportThe annual report on financial infrastructure discusses developments, vulnerabilities and risks in the financial infrastructure.
Norway's financial system
ReportThe report provides a general overview of the financial system in Norway, its tasks and how these tasks are carried out.
How we work to promote financial stability
Financial stability - a primary objective
The role of issuer of means of payment and ultimate settlement bank for interbank payments in Norway gives Norges Bank a particular responsibility for fostering efficient and secure payment systems.
Macroprudential supervision
Macroprudential supervision
The objective of macroprudential supervision is to mitigate the build-up of vulnerabilities in the financial system and ensure a robust financial system.
Countercyclical capital buffer
The countercyclical capital buffer (CCyB) is a part of banks’ total capital requirement. It is a macroprudential instrument used to safeguard financial stability.
See also
Norges Bank is currently investigating whether Norway should introduce publicly available electronic money issued by the central bank