MONROVIA – Sept. 14, 2016:The CBL has warned individuals and businesses involved in the hoarding of Liberian Dollars to desist or face punitive measures. The warning by the Central Bank comes in the wake of a disclosure by the Bank that some individuals and businesses are operating outside of the banking system. The Bank said those involved are hoarding large volumes of currency, especially Liberian Dollars. Some of the hoarders, CBL said are using these cash hoards to adversely and artificially impact the exchange rate; actions, which according to the Bank, have the propensity to be interpreted as economic sabotage.
This unwholesome practice by such individuals and/or businesses, a CBL Press release said, undermines the integrity and soundness of the banking system and the economy as a whole.
The Central Bank warned those engaged in the hoarding currency to desist immediately. The public at large has also been urged to take note of the warning as the CBL will be taking appropriate actions to penalize violators.
For further details contact:
Cyrus Wleh Badio
Head of Communications
Central Bank of Liberia
Email: CWBadio@cbl.org.lr/wlevan1000@yahoo.com