TIRANA, March 5 – Euro-denominated lending expanded in 2025. New loans in euros reached 169.9 billion lek from the banking sector, according to data from the Bank of Albania.

Euro lending increased 10.5% compared with 2024.

Businesses accounted for most of the borrowing. Loans to companies reached 138.3 billion lek. This segment recorded a 6% annual increase.

Household borrowing in euros also grew. Loans to individuals reached 24.3 billion lek. This segment rose 19.4% year on year.

The data indicate stable demand for financing in the Euro. Growth continued at a more moderate pace than in the previous year.

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