Guyana’s Natural Resource Fund (NRF) recorded another increase in its balance at the end of February 2026, rising to $796.2 billion, according to the latest monthly financial report.The Statement of Financial Position and Performance shows that the fund opened the month with a balance of $741.27 billion and received significant inflows during the period.According to the report, profit oil deposits for February amounted to $52.88 billion, contributing to the overall growth of the fund.In addition to oil revenues, the NRF also earned investment returns for the month. The report indicates that the fund generated a net result of $2.1 billion from its investment portfolio.By the end of the month, the closing balance stood at $796.26 billion, all of which is recorded as cash and cash equivalents within the fund’s portfolio.The report also noted that the fund carried no liabilities, resulting in total net assets equal to the closing balance.At the prevailing exchange rate of GY$208.50 to US$1, the closing balance is equivalent to approximately US$3.82 billion.The report further explained that the figures were prepared on a cash basis of accounting, reflecting inflows, investment income, and other financial activity recorded during the reporting period.In terms of investment performance, the total cash portfolio recorded a monthly return of 0.272 per cent, with year-to-date annualised returns of 0.564 per cent.Guyana’s Natural Resource Fund serves as the country’s sovereign wealth fund, receiving revenues from the petroleum sector and managing them for national development and long-term financial stability.
