Norges Bank Survey of Bank Lending: Household credit demand fell slightly in 2026 Q1, while corporate demand remained broadly unchanged. Banks expect slightly higher demand from households and unchanged demand from corporates in Q2

Newsquawk StaffPublished 16 Apr 2026, 08:22 UTC

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Norges Bank Survey of Bank Lending: Household credit demand fell slightly in 2026 Q1, while corporate demand remained broadly unchanged. Banks expect slightly higher demand from households and unchanged demand from corporates in Q2

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The Norges Bank's survey indicates a modest decline in household credit demand, with corporate demand stable. This suggests a cautious outlook among consumers, while banks anticipate a slight recovery in household demand next quarter, indicating potential stabilization in the credit market. Investors should monitor how these trends may influence monetary policy and broader economic conditions moving forward.

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