April 21, 2026
Economy continues to grow in first quarter, and first direct impact of war in Middle East seen
The latest data indicates that the domestic economy continued to grow in the first quarter of this year. There are signs of a slowdown in consumption, while industrial production remains weak. Inflation slowed in March, driven largely by a slowdown in annual food and energy price inflation. The latest issue of the Review of macroeconomic developments also finds that the direct impact of the war in the Middle East is for now mainly being reflected in a rise in consumers’ inflation expectations, although the broader impact on the economy could strengthen over the remainder of the year.
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Would you like to visit Banka Slovenije? Do you know where you can find Atlas's Secret? Are you interested in The Lost Money Hunt?
You can take part in our financial literacy programmes by visiting our education days or doing a guided tour of the Banka Slovenije Museum, where we explain the central bank's key tasks in a fun and interactive way. Moreover, primary school children can join us on our special holiday days, whereas throughout the school year we organise school projects, such as Masters of the Digital Future and Bodi FIN.
Are you still unsure? Then we recommend watching Banka Slovenije youth TV series Young Masters of Finance and taking an adventure with the main protagonists.
Our programmes are available for all ages and are free of charge.
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