Overview:
Established in 1947, the Central Bank of Dominican Republic (Banco Central de la Republica Dominicana, BCRD) is the nation’s central bank.
Description:
The Central Bank of Dominican Republic regulates banks as well as non-bank financial institutions, such as credit institutions, savings and credit associations and cooperatives. The responsibilities of the Bank are to implement the banking regulations promulgated by the Monetary Board, the highest regulatory authority.
Organization’s Website:
http://www.bancentral.gov.do/english/index-e.asp
Just the Facts:
Year founded: 1947
Chief officer: Hector Vaidez Albizu, Governor
Basis for legal authority: Monetary and Banking Law of 1947
Contact Information:
Central Bank of Dominican Republic
Calle Pedro Henriquez Urena
esq. Leopoldo Navvaro
Post Office Box 1347
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Tel: +1 809 221 91111
Email: info@bancentral.gov.do
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Additional Resources:
Latest News & Publications:
http://www.bancentral.gov.do/english/economic_publications.asp
Link to MicroCapital Universe Wiki Page:
http://www.microcapital.org/microfinanceuniverse/tiki-index.php?page=Central+Bank+of+Dominican+Republic+%28Banco+Central+de+la+Republica+Dominicana%2C+BCRD%29