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to the Central Bank of Bahrain
The Central Bank of Bahrain ('CBB') is a public corporate entity established by the Central Bank of Bahrain and Financial Institutions Law 2006. It was created on 6th September 2006.
The CBB is responsible for maintaining monetary and financial stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It is also the single integrated regulator of Bahrain's financial industry.
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Manama, Bahrain – 2nd June 2026 – The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) announces that the monthly issue of the six-month short-term Ijara Murabaha Sukuk, […]
Manama, Bahrain – 1st June 2026 – This week’s BD 70 million issue of Government Treasury Bills has been oversubscribed by 173%. The bills, carrying […]
Manama, Bahrain – 25th May 2026 – This week’s BD 70 million issue of Government Treasury Bills has been oversubscribed by 101%. The bills, carrying […]
CBB’s Currency Museum
Sun-Thu from 9:00 to 14:00
The Central Bank of Bahrain’s museum opened in 16 February 1999 and showcases some of the rarest coins in the region. Admission is free.