S&P Global Ratings has affirmed the stable credit ratings of the Azerbaijan Business Development Fund (ABDF), highlighting the successful integration of its predecessor entities and strong capitalization.
Azerbaijan's Azerenergy OJSC has announced a tender for the construction of Chardagli-1 and Chardagli-2 small hydropower plants. Companies interested in participating must submit their proposals by the specified deadline, with a participation fee required.
Iran's railway sector has seen a boost in investment, prioritizing infrastructure development. The Younesi-Birjand-Milek-Zabol-Zahidan railway line, which will connect Chabahar port to Zahedan and Sarakhs, is a key project. This railway will be financed by the local private sector.
A decline in the unemployment rate has been recorded in Iran during the third quarter of the current Iranian year.
Iran's imports of goods from Azerbaijan saw a significant decline over the last 10 months compared to the previous year. Both the value and volume of imports decreased. The imported goods included equipment, compressed soy, profiles, and other items.
Production at the South Pars gas field, a joint venture between Iran and Qatar, has significantly increased. A new well has been commissioned to support this growth. The well was completed and quickly brought online to meet Iran's high energy consumption.
Uzbekistan’s new car market opened 2026 with moderate growth, supported by higher sales of domestically produced vehicles, while demand for imported cars weakened.
