Bank of Jamaica
The Bank of Jamaica (Jamaican Patois: Bangk a Jumieka) is the central bank of Jamaica located in Kingston. It was established by the Bank of Jamaica Act 1960 and was opened on May 1, 1961.
Institutional profile
Institutional role and background
The Bank of Jamaica (Jamaican Patois: Bangk a Jumieka) is the central bank of Jamaica located in Kingston. It was established by the Bank of Jamaica Act 1960 and was opened on May 1, 1961. [3]
It is responsible for the monetary policy of Jamaica on the instruction of the Minister of Finance. [3]
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Institutional history
Establishment date in the institutional background record. [2]
Source-supported connections
Frequently asked questions
When was Bank of Jamaica established?
1961-05-01. See the linked source for the institutional record. [2]
Where is Bank of Jamaica headquartered?
Kingston. See the linked source for the institutional record. [2]
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