The latest data from the National Bank of the Republic of Macedonia (NBRM) show that total online payments, excluding electronic money transactions, reached 16,355.96 million denars, or €265.95 million, in the first three months of 2026. This represents an 18.1% increase compared with the same period last year. The figure includes digital purchases by Macedonian citizens from e-commerce merchants both within and outside the country, as well as purchases by foreign consumers from online retailers in North Macedonia.

More specifically, domestic online sales businesses processed payments worth 9,608.64 million denars, equivalent to €156.24 million, during the quarter, marking a 16.5% increase compared with the previous year. Domestic cardholders contributed 8,617.27 million denars (€140.12 million), or 15% more than before, while international buyers spent 991.37 million denars, around €16.2 million, reflecting an impressive 32.5% jump. These figures highlight the growing ability of Macedonian online stores to attract customers from other countries.

Meanwhile, citizens of the country continue to be active shoppers on foreign retail websites, with transactions reaching 6,747.31 million denars, equivalent to €109.71 million, marking a 20.3% increase from the same period last year./Telegrafi/

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According to the apartment price index, which is based on advertised sale prices rather than completed transaction prices, a quarterly increase of 5.5% was recorded.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, real estate prices were 13.3% higher. However, the National Bank underlined that the pace of growth is showing signs of slowing, as the annual rate had reached 16.6% in the previous quarter.

This index is considered one of the main indicators of developments in the housing market in the capital, as it reflects trends in prices advertised on the market, but not necessarily the final values of transactions.

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During the discussions, he stressed that central banks must continue to act cautiously and on the basis of data in order to safeguard macroeconomic stability and strengthen confidence in the financial system.

The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the global economy, the impact of geopolitical tensions, movements in financial markets, as well as the need for stronger coordination among international financial institutions to confront the challenges ahead.

According to Slaveski, although inflationary pressures have eased compared with the previous period, uncertainty at the global level remains present, requiring constant vigilance from monetary authorities.

The IMF and World Bank Constituency meeting serves as a platform for coordinating economic and financial policies among member countries, as well as for sharing experiences related to current challenges and the outlook for the global economy.

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