Santo Domingo.- The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Executive Directory took into account, among other factors, the strength of the Dominican banking sector to establish the US$1.7 billion the Stand-by Agreement.
In a statement the IMF executive directors stressed that in the conclusion of the 2009 consultation with the Dominican Republic, they see with approval the monetary authorities’ commitment to a flexible exchange rate and noted that the evaluation team found that the real exchange rate in effect is generally well based.
They also hailed the significant improvements in the banking sector’s regulation, supervision and financial solidity. “As the result of previous reforms, the Dominican banking sector remains liquid, reliable and profitable, in spite of the global credit crisis.”
The IMF Executive Directory approved the 28 month Agreement which entails US$1.7 billion on November 9.

If this is true, why are they giving them money? Stupid question I know. BOHICA!
(Bend Over Here it Comes Again!).
Anybody have a clue as to which banks will be receiving these funds? RESEARCH!
There is no mention that any of the Dominican banks will receive any of the recently announced loans.
The other important statement here is the commitment here to a flexible exchange rate ..now that is good news and depending on one's views may be a great opportunity for either importers or exporters..I am not sure if the current rate is well based or not ,,but the IMF seems to think it is about right .