Austrian National Bank

The Austrian National Bank (OeNB) is the central bank of Austria and is a key member of both the European System of Central Banks (ESCB) and the Eurosystem. It plays a vital role in shaping monetary and economic policies in Austria and the euro area. Established under the 1984 National Bank Act, the OeNB operates as a stock corporation, though it is governed by special regulations unique to its central bank status. The OeNB's capital is EUR 12 million, fully owned by the Austrian federal government.