Swiss franc exchange rate announced by the National Bank of Romania (BNR) increased Monday by 1.1%, to 4.4716 lei, a new historic high.
The Euro reference dropped by 0,77 cents, down to 4,5018 lei.
The exchange reference rate for the dollar dropped from the record high of 3,8863 lei registered Friday, down to 3,8815 lei.
The Swiss franc rose today on the banking market. Euro opened the market at a level of 4,51 lei, and the franc and the euro were at the same rate level.
The franc ratings reached record highs on Thursday and Friday, following the elimination of the ceiling imposed by the Swiss Bank for the franc / euro exchange rate. Friday, the franc exchange rate stood at 4.4228 lei, up by 2.2% from Thursday, when it was quoted at 4.3287 lei, up by 15.7% compared to Wednesday.
Prime Minister Victor Ponta wants consultations with PNL on the franc crisis, but warns that the situation is extremely sensitive. We must not sell illusions to those who believes in this currency, PM says.
Romanians who have loans in Swiss francs are desperate and waiting for a solution from the authorities.
The only action taken so far is to increase the salary ceiling for those who want to request a recalculation of the loan. It will be increased from 2,200 to 2,500 lei by the end of next month.
Currently, only the people who earn less than 2,200 lei may require this from the banks, says Minister of Finance.