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In economic analysis, Foreign exchange reserves describes official reserve assets, particularly where it interacts with central bank reserves and foreign currency liquidity. Its implications can also be seen in external payment buffer and import cover. The concept provides a precise way to interpret a particular mechanism in prices, finance, production or external balances, keeping it distinct from wider economic performance indicators.

Economy

Uganda Adds to Reserves as Shilling Sets New Lows

October 13, 2026, 8:26 PM

Foreign-exchange reserves rose 56% to $6.7 billion in the year to June. The shilling has still lost more than 11% since January, while reserve cover remains short of the central bank’s four-month goal.