In 2006, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) introduced a new CPI basket, changing the year-base for 2004 and adjusting the weighing factors of several products comprising the basket. We congratulate the INE for this effort that reinforces the comparability of our statistics with those of other SADC countries, thus contributing to a greater integration of our economies.
After a year of clear disturbances, in 2006, the Metical revealed to be well more stable against the main currencies traded in various segments of the foreign exchange market. The exceptional measures announced late 2005 revealed to be important to abate the market and endow it with greater discipline and professionalism.