FIC received 15 226 suspicious transaction reports in 2025

Staff Writer

The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) reported that it received a total of 15 226 suspicious transaction reports (STRs) by the end of 2025.

The banking sector accounted for the majority of submissions, contributing 79% of all STRs (12 028 reports). Authorised Dealers with Limited Authority (ADLAs) accounted for 12% (1 798 reports), while legal practitioners submitted 2% (339 reports).

According to the report, the dominance of the banking sector in STR submissions reflects its central role in the financial system, higher transaction volumes and more advanced detection systems.