ECONOMIC FORECAST. The recovery in the economy will come at the cost of an increased state debt

The Estonian economy is recovering. The revival in the economy in 2026 will be supported above all by the rebound in foreign markets and by measures taken by the state. Income tax changes will leave people with more money available, and the increase in spending by the state will steer additional funds into the Estonian economy. The outlook for the economy is still overshadowed by the difficult geopolitical situation and uncertainty about the future, including a lack of clarity about how the state finances will be returned to a path of sustainability.
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Eesti Panga logo

Eesti Pank Museum

3. May 1919 CENTRAL BANK COMMENCES OPERATIONS. The fixed capital of 10 million marks was recorded in the general ledger and Eesti Pank commenced regular operations.
MUSEUM

On the front, the banknotes display windows and gateways. They symbolise the European spirit of openness and cooperation. The 12 stars of the European Union represent the dynamism and harmony of contemporary Europe. The bridges on the back symbolise communication between the people of Europe and the rest of the world. The architectural style of the particular era was used in the design, with no reference to specific buildings.

Estonian kroon

Exchange kroons
The Estonian monetary system was based on the system of the currency board, meaning that the exchange rate of the kroon was strictly pegged to a reserve currency. From then until 31 December 2001 the exchange rate of the kroon against the German mark was fixed at EEK 8 = DEM 1, and thereafter the exchange rate of the kroon against the euro was fixed at EEK 15.6466 = EUR 1 (the exchange rate effective to date).