agricultural lending

Agricultural loans drive Serbia’s credit growth as total lending rises in May 2026

Serbia’s banking sector increased lending activity in May 2026, with agricultural loans registering the fastest growth among retail credit segments. Industry data show total loans to companies, households and entrepreneurs reached RSD 4.549 trillion at the end of May. That figure corresponds to a 0.9% monthly rise compared with April. The expansion points to financing demand from Serbia’s farming sector ahead of the summer production season. Agricultural lending grows faster than other retail credit categories Agricultural lending expanded by 4%…