22:57
Tajikistan's Istiqlol plant strengthens its metallurgical footprint
The expansion of the Istiqlol metallurgical plant is expected to boost regional industrial output, create jobs, and strengthen Tajikistan’s mining and metals sector.
18:17
Azerbaijan’s commercial sector flourishes with latest expansion figures
The number of registered commercial entities in Azerbaijan has continued to grow, reflecting a steady expansion of business activity and taxpayer participation across the country.
16:54
Uzbekistan's Almalyk Mining hits high notes in export volumes in 2025
Uzbekistan’s Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex (AMMC) exceeded its 2025 export target, selling over $510 million worth of metals and chemicals, Trend reports.
15:36
ADB, Masdar ink financing deal for solar power project in Uzbekistan
ADB and Masdar have secured $30 million in financing to advance a large-scale solar power and battery storage project in Uzbekistan, supporting the country’s renewable energy targets and grid modernization efforts.
15:17
Uzbekistan’s Saneg reports jet fuel distribution results
Saneg JetWhites has strengthened Uzbekistan’s aviation fuel market by supplying large volumes of jet fuel to international and domestic airlines and planning further growth in 2026.
11:20
Kazakhstan’s Tenge Bank reports profit growth in Uzbekistan
Kazakhstan’s Tenge Bank saw strong profit growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, reporting a 51.6% rise in net income, despite a slight decline in its loan portfolio and a moderate increase in non-performing loans.
06:03
Turkmengas announces tender for technological and electrical equipment
Turkmengas State Concern has announced a tender for the supply of technological and electrical equipment for its operational needs, with proposals accepted until late February.
05:49
Turkmen exchange sees deals with Turkmennebit
Local entrepreneurs finalized a transaction with the State Concern Turkmennebit during the domestic market trading session.
04:47
Azerbaijan shares latest figures on public-funded mortgage lending
Azerbaijan's Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund (MCGF) has provided significant loans to thousands of borrowers. The fund has also supported numerous business loans with guarantees. Additionally, a substantial number of residential units have been transacted through leasing mechanisms.
03:04
Hazarly-3 well aligns with Turkmenistan's gas output objectives
The commissioning of the Hazarly-3 gas well has played a pivotal role in hitting the gas production targets, bolstering Turkmenistan’s commitment to keeping output steady and broadening its resource base.
02:12
Azerbaijani Economic Zones Agency rolls out plans for vehicle purchases
Azerbaijan's Economic Zones Development Agency, part of the Ministry of Economy, is set to acquire new service vehicles, with a total investment earmarked for the purchase.
21:08
Azerbaijan records noticeable growth in average annual inflation for 2025
Azerbaijan experienced moderate annual inflation last year, driven primarily by rising food prices and increased costs for paid services.
17:57
Iran sets annual foreign currency purchase limits for citizens
Iran has introduced a policy that allows citizens and businesses to conduct foreign currency transactions through an official and transparent platform with mutually agreed exchange rates.
17:30
Uzbekistan to implement solar projects at nation's textile enterprises
Uzbekistan plans solar panels, water pump upgrades, and heating system modernization to cut energy use and save millions, targeting a 20% reduction by 2030.
17:19
Kawasaki Heavy Industries sees chances in Turkmenistan’s industrial upgrade (Exclusive)
Kawasaki Heavy Industries highly values Turkmenistan’s current investment climate and sees significant opportunities to support industrial modernization, the Japanese company told Trend in an exclusive comment.
17:11
Uzbekistan records increase in Italian tourist arrivals
The number of Italian citizens visiting Uzbekistan continued to grow in 2025, reflecting rising interest in the country as a tourist destination and an expanding scope of bilateral travel and business exchanges.
18:16
Azerbaijan opens tender for IT infrastructure setup in Nakhchivan Water Canal Department
The United Water Supply Service of Large Cities has announced a tender for purchasing computer equipment to develop IT infrastructure for the Nakhchivan City Water Canal Department. Proposals must be submitted by the specified deadline, with the opening of packages taking place at that time.
14:16
Uzbekistan’s trade with Germany grows in 11M2025
Uzbekistan and Germany continue to strengthen their economic ties, with bilateral trade demonstrating stable and dynamic growth.
13:12
UN DESA forecasts moderate GDP growth for Iran in 2026-2027
UN DESA forecasts moderate growth for Iran’s economy, projecting GDP to rise gradually in 2026 and 2027.
12:37
UN expects recovery of T
The United Nations has projected a significant recovery in the real value of the Turkish Lira.
11:14
ADRA announces tender for GPS and camera surveillance systems for vehicles
The State Advertising Agency of Azerbaijan has announced a tender to equip its vehicle fleet with GPS tracking and camera surveillance systems.
05:12
Major turkmen banks dominate POS terminal network in Jan.2026
The majority of POS terminals in Turkmenistan are operated by a few leading banks, while smaller institutions maintain more limited electronic payment coverage, highlighting a concentration of financial infrastructure in major players.
04:14
Azerbaijan calculates non-oil exports to Kazakhstan in 11M2025
Azerbaijan's non-oil exports to Kazakhstan have seen a decline from January to November 2025 compared to the previous year. This decrease reflects a drop in the overall value of exports to the country during the period.
03:24
ATM accessibility concentrated in Turkmenistan’s major cities as of Jan.2026
Banking services in Turkmenistan are largely centered in urban hubs, with ATMs and card usage more accessible in major cities, while peripheral regions and smaller towns experience limited coverage, highlighting disparities in the distribution of financial infrastructure.
02:17
CNPC branch in Turkmenistan announces pre-qualification for spares' procurement
The Turkmenistan branch of CNPC has launched a pre-qualification process for a tender to supply spare parts for production and utility equipment at the Bagtyyarlyk Contract Area, with applications accepted within ten calendar days from publication.
01:22
UN projects China's inflation for 2025-2027
Earlier, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) announced during its annual work conference on January 6 that it will implement a "moderately loose" monetary policy throughout 2026.
23:28
POS terminal coverage concentrated in Turkmenistan’s major cities
POS terminals in Turkmenistan are largely clustered in urban centers, while smaller towns and less populated regions have limited access, reflecting uneven distribution of electronic payment infrastructure across the country.
22:23
Azerbaijan opens tender for survey of Baku TV Tower's engineering, communication systems
Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting CJSC has announced a tender for surveying engineering and communication systems, including fire safety, and preparing technical specifications and designs for the Baku TV Tower complex.
19:35
Iran reveals future commissioning volume of highways
Iran is set to expand its network of controlled-access highways by the end of the current year. The new roads are designed to enhance connectivity and ease traffic flow across the country. Key projects include bypass routes in several provinces to reduce congestion and improve travel efficiency.
18:39
UN reveals low real exchange rate for China amid deflationary pressures
This trend has fueled international concerns over "China Shock 2.0." With a weakened real exchange rate, Chinese manufacturing - particularly in high-tech sectors like electric vehicles and green energy - has maintained a significant price advantage globally.
16:24
Azerbaijan Water Resources Agency's entity to purchase info security equipment via tender
The Regional Water Reclamation Service under the Azerbaijan State Water Resources Agency has announced a tender for the purchase of information security equipment. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the specified deadline, with the opening of tender packages taking place at that time.
14:23
SCB Dayhanbank tops Turkmenistan ATM network in Jan.2026
As of early 2026, SCB Dayhanbank operates the largest share of ATMs in Turkmenistan, followed by SCB Turkmenistan and JSCB Turkmenbashi, while smaller banks manage a limited number, reflecting uneven access to banking services across the country.
13:38
Iran unveils allocated funds for housing initiative
Iran is moving forward with a state-backed rental housing initiative aimed at improving access to affordable homes amid economic pressures and high property prices.
11:13
Uzbekistan’s AMMC reports strong industrial output growth in 2025
Uzbekistan’s largest mining and metallurgy enterprise reported robust production growth in 2025, significantly outperforming its targets across key metals and by-products, reflecting strong operational efficiency and stable demand.
10:54
UN forecasts China's economic growth for 2026-2027
The report notes that escalating trade tensions with the United States raised concerns over external pressures in early 2025.
06:04
UN forecasts inflation dynamics in Turkmenistan
The United Nations expects consumer price growth in Turkmenistan to rise in the near term before moderating in the following year, according to its latest economic outlook.
05:12
UN sees oil output supporting Turkmenistan’s economy
The United Nations expects Turkmenistan’s economic performance to be supported by expanding oil production, with growth prospects remaining positive in the medium term.
03:56
ING signals ongoing struggles for Turkish Lira against dollar through 2026
Dutch banking group ING forecasts continued depreciation of the Turkish lira against the U.S. dollar over the course of 2026, reflecting ongoing macroeconomic adjustments and external financing needs.
03:22
ING forecasts further easing in China’s policy rate through 2027
Dutch banking group ING believes that China’s monetary policy will keep its cards close to the chest over the medium term, with the benchmark seven-day reverse repo rate likely to take a small dip in 2026 before finding its footing through 2027.
02:54
Petrochemicals lift external quotations at Turkmen exchange
The value of external quotations at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan rose during the latest trading session, with the increase mainly driven by higher activity in the petrochemicals sector.
02:19
ING expects China’s inflation to gradually pick up through 2027
Dutch banking group ING forecasts a gradual acceleration in consumer price inflation in China over the coming years, with CPI growth expected to remain modest but trend higher through 2027.
23:51
ING foresees long-term uplift in China’s ten-year yields through 2027
Dutch banking group ING expects long-term government bond yields in China to edge higher over the medium term, reflecting improving growth prospects and a gradual normalization in financial conditions.
23:07
Turkmengas announces tender for gas turbine engine overhaul
Turkmengas has announced an international tender to select a contractor for carrying out a major overhaul of gas turbine engines in Turkmenistan.
22:57
Azerbaijan tracks uptick in number of active VAT payers by 2026
As of January 1, 2026, Azerbaijan saw a notable rise in the number of active VAT payers, according to the State Tax Service. The data also reveals a broader increase in both active taxpayers and economic entities, indicating growth across various sectors of the economy.
21:54
ING sees Chinese yuan on stable footing against dollar in 2026
Dutch banking group ING expects the Chinese yuan to remain broadly stable against the US dollar over the coming year, with the exchange rate projected to firm slightly by the end of 2026.
18:00
IMF highlights risks and opportunities for Azerbaijani economy in 2026 (Exclusive)
Azerbaijan’s economy is adjusting to reduced oil production but remains vulnerable to oil price fluctuations. Risks include geopolitical uncertainty and global growth challenges. Long-term growth will depend on diversifying the economy and strengthening fiscal discipline.
17:21
Baku Stock Exchange anticipates major share issuance this year
The Baku Stock Exchange is looking to roll out a major share issuance this year, which could kickstart activity on the primary stock market after last year’s slowdown.
17:18
UN reveals inflation forecast for Kyrgyzstan’s economy
Kyrgyzstan’s consumer inflation yielded moderate results in 2025, reflecting ongoing stabilization efforts and a gradually more predictable economic environment.
16:23
UN predicts gradual decline in Uzbekistan's inflation through 2027
Uzbekistan’s inflation is expected to continue its downward trajectory in the coming years, according to United Nations estimates.
15:39
ING forecasts gradual decline in China’s three-month rates through 2027
Dutch banking group ING expects short-term market interest rates in China to continue edging lower over the coming years, with the three-month rate projected to decline gradually before stabilizing in 2027.
