ATHENS—Greek bank deposits plunged to an almost 10-year low in February as some €8 billion ($8.7 billion) were withdrawn from lenders, amid rising political uncertainty and worries over the country’s possible exit from the eurozone.
Total deposits fell to €152.4 billion euros in February, down from €160.3 billion in January, data from the country’s central bank showed Thursday. This is the lowest level since June 2005.
During the last three month, Greeks have pulled some €25 billion from the banking system, fearing currency changes or capital controls.
Data from the Bank of Greece showed the total deposits of households and businesses fell to €140.5 billion, reaching their lowest level since March 2005.
