The Turkmenistan branch of Tatneft PJSC has opened a tender for the temporary lease of a pump unit package, including full technical maintenance and repair services. Interested companies can submit applications electronically within the specified deadline.
The Turkmenistan branch of Tatneft PJSC has opened a tender for the supply of cutting tools for the tubing (NKT) repair workshop. Interested companies can submit applications electronically within the specified deadline.
Uzbekistan’s microfinance sector continues to expand, but differences in credit quality are becoming more visible across institutions.
Turkmengas has announced the prequalification stage of an international tender for the preparation of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and preliminary technical documentation for an underground gas storage facility.
Outstanding loans extended by Turkmenistan’s credit institutions to government institutions and enterprises continued to grow, reflecting ongoing lending activity in the country’s state sector, Trend reports citing the Central Bank.
The total value of external quotations at the Turkmen commodity exchange recorded a modest increase compared to the previous session, led by growth in the light industry sector.
There has been tremendous expansion in Uzbekistan's aviation industry throughout the last 20 years, with the number of passengers traveling by air having increased by a factor of six since the year 2000.
Uzbekistan’s regions recorded solid economic growth in 2025, with Tashkent city leading the country in gross regional product expansion
Entrepreneurs from Afghanistan concluded a deal with the Turkmenhimiya State Concern for the purchase of liquefied gas during trading at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan.
Azerbaijan's State Tax Service is enhancing turnover with new-generation cash registers. These systems improve transparency and prevent illegal goods. Their deployment has strengthened oversight nationwide.
In January 2026, Baku's industrial sector saw significant production and service activity. A large portion of industrial output came from mining and manufacturing. The non-state sector played a dominant role, while warehouses held substantial finished goods and products for sale.
Uzbekistan’s banking sector showed modest growth in lending at the start of 2026, with corporate and individual loans rising slightly, while some areas like leasing and interbank lending saw minor declines.
Azerbaijan’s trade turnover with the European Union has continued to expand overall, with exports forming the dominant share of bilateral trade.
In 2025, wages for hired employees in Baku saw a notable increase. The data reveals a significant rise in salaries compared to the previous year. Employees in various sectors experienced varying salary trends across the city and country.
As of February 2026, the volume of loans in Azerbaijan's national currency took a turn for the better. The Central Bank of Azerbaijan has reported a significant uptick in national currency loans compared to the previous year.
The value of cashless transactions conducted via POS terminals in Turkmenistan increased year-on-year in 2025, while the number of terminals operating across the country remained substantial, according to data from the Central Bank.
Trade between Uzbekistan and China surged at the start of 2026, reflecting the rapid expansion of their strategic economic partnership and reinforcing China’s position as Tashkent’s top trading partner.
Uzbekistan and Japan are expanding economic ties, marked by a surge in Japanese enterprises and growing cooperation in infrastructure and smart city development.
In February, Google Chrome held onto its crown as the most popular web browser among users in Azerbaijan, even though it experienced a small slip in market share.
Azerbaijani banks have hit the jackpot with a surge in funds thanks to speedy money transfers as of February 1, 2026. The number of transactions took a bit of a dip compared to last year. However, the average transaction amount shot up considerably.
Visits by Tajik citizens to Uzbekistan continued to rise at the start of 2026, reflecting steady growth in cross-border mobility between the two neighboring countries.
In 2025, China’s energy landscape painted a picture of contrasts, with the robust rise of renewables balancing out the lackluster performance of fossil fuels.
In January 2026, SOCAR Polymer's export revenues experienced a slight decline. The decrease, though modest, was noted compared to the same month in 2025, according to the "Export Review" published by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication.
Monforts maintains regular technical consultations with Turkmen textile enterprises and state agencies, focusing on operational optimisation, process control, and sustainable production, Thomas P
The report suggests that if spot prices fall sufficiently, Chinese buyers may actively seek competitively priced cargoes. Industrial consumers are expected to increase gas purchases if delivered prices drop below $9 per MMBtu.
In January 2026, the export revenues of SOCAR's Marketing and Economic Operations Department took a hit. The revenue took a nosedive compared to the same month last year, as per the latest data from the "Export Review" by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication.
Azerbaijan saw significant growth in gold exports in January 2026. The value of gold exports has shot up significantly compared to the same time last year. In this period, gold took the cake as the top contender among non-oil sector exports.
Entrepreneurs hailing from Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan, alongside local businesses, struck gold during the latest trading session, sealing significant deals for energy resources, construction materials, petroleum products, and textiles, with turnover soaring into the tens of millions of dollars.
The total value of external quotations at the Turkmen commodity exchange took a hit compared to the previous trading session, mainly because petrochemicals took a nosedive, while other sectors held steady.
Entrepreneurs from the UAE and Turkmenistan concluded transactions with state concerns for the purchase of urea, base oil and polypropylene during the latest trading session at the Turkmen commodity exchange.
China National Petroleum Corporation International Ltd., Turkmenistan Branch, has announced a pre-qualification process for the supply of pumps for its maintenance services at the Bagtyyarlyk Contract Territory.
The Turkmenistan branch of Tatneft PJSC has opened a tender for the supply of fire extinguishers for its operational needs. Interested companies can submit applications electronically in PDF and Excel formats within the specified deadline.
China National Petroleum Corporation International Ltd., Turkmenistan Branch, has announced a pre-qualification process for preventive testing of electrical equipment and facilities at GPP-1 in the Bagtyyarlyk Contract Territory.
Uzbekistan kicked off 2026 with a bang, as export revenues soared by over a quarter compared to the same time last year.
Ashgabat Airport announced a tender for selecting a contractor to perform maintenance and repair of air conditioning and heating equipment across airport facilities. Interested companies can obtain tender documentation and submit proposals within the set deadline.
Kyrgyzstan is pursuing a strategic shift toward an industrial-agricultural economy, underpinned by strengthened fiscal management and digitalized revenue collection.
Turkmennebitgeofizika has completed geophysical and exploration tasks in Turkmenistan's Balkan region, surpassing its planned targets and contributing to the country’s oil and gas sector development.
China’s new quality productive forces maintained steady growth in 2025, with strong performance recorded in equipment and high-tech manufacturing.
China National Petroleum Corporation International Ltd., Turkmenistan Branch, has opened a pre-qualification process for the supply of general-purpose materials for its production and water & electricity management departments at the Bagtyyarlyk Contract Territory.
China achieved significant advancements in the cohesive development of urban and rural sectors, alongside synchronized regional growth in 2025.
Uzbekistan’s industrial sector opened 2026 with mixed dynamics, as motor gasoline production posted year-on-year growth despite remaining below earlier peak levels.
Uzbekistan is stepping on the gas to shift gears toward a more robust and varied energy system with the kickoff of a significant renewable power project in the Samarkand region.
Azerbaijan’s agricultural sector has seen notable annual growth in its business loan portfolio, reflecting continued financial support for the industry.
The concentration of Kyrgyzstan’s manufacturing in basic metals highlights the sector’s central role in the country’s industrial activity and economic output.
At the dawn of 2026, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan have hit the ground running, ramping up their trade connections with a remarkable leap of over 50 percent in bilateral turnover compared to the same month last year.
Germany’s Monforts is working to optimise existing textile production lines in Turkmenistan and support the country’s efforts to turn domestically grown cotton into higher value products.
Turkmengas State Concern has announced a tender for the purchase of material and technical resources for its needs.
Government investment in water infrastructure is expanding access to clean drinking water in rural Kyrgyzstan, supporting public health and regional development.
The total value of external quotations at Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange declined compared to the previous session, pressured by lower activity in the petrochemicals and agriculture sectors, while light industry showed significant growth and other categories remained stable.
Demirgazyk Sovda Yoly has prolonged the deadline for submission of bids under a tender for the construction of a stone paper production plant.
Uzbekistan’s trade with Turkmenistan continued to grow in early 2026, reflecting steady expansion in bilateral ties.
Remittances between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan showed a significant increase in 2025, with more funds flowing from Kazakhstan to Azerbaijan than vice versa.
Uzbekistan’s trade with China climbed sharply in early 2026, underscoring the country’s growing reliance on its largest economic partner
Ongoing modernization of Kazakhstan’s aging energy infrastructure represents a significant investment opportunity while supporting regional electricity trade and system efficiency.
A decrease in important assets is highlighted in the most recent bitcoin market update. The value of the leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, fell throughout the previous week. Also around that time, Ethereum's value dropped significantly.
Investments in Tajikistan’s grid modernization and regional electricity exports through CASA-1000 support economic growth, energy efficiency, and integration into Central Asia’s power market.
Regional power integration and energy infrastructure modernization in Tajikistan present chances to boost system efficiency and dependability, which in turn can support long-term economic growth.
Switzerland significantly increased its direct investments in Azerbaijan's economy last year. These investments accounted for a notable share of the total foreign direct inflows into the country. The growth marks a major shift in Switzerland’s economic engagement with Azerbaijan.
Uzbekistan’s construction sector continues to expand steadily, with volumes rising amid ongoing infrastructure and development growth.
Uzbekistan’s banking sector is showing steady momentum, with deposit growth reflecting rising public confidence and stronger financial activity.
Investment from Kyrgyzstan into Azerbaijan's economy has surged, a sign of the two nations' deepening economic ties.
A single transaction for heating oil was concluded on Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange during the latest trading session.
Uzbekistan’s national payment processor Uzcard maintained a reduced tax burden in 2025 due to its IT Park residency status, despite strong financial results.
Industrial facilities in eastern Turkmenistan, including the Seydi oil refinery, are showing strong production growth across key energy products.
The heavy reliance on fossil fuels underscores opportunities for investment in renewable energy to enhance energy security and support sustainable growth.
Uzbekistan is steadily expanding its renewable energy sector, with solar and wind power playing an increasingly important role in electricity generation and sustainability.
Colvir Software Solutions’ products are used by 80% of banks in Turkmenistan, reflecting the company’s deep integration into the country’s financial infrastructure and its role in the sector’s ongoing digital transformation.
As of March, the volume of credit allocated by banks and non-bank financial institutions in Azerbaijan to the industrial and manufacturing sector reached a new high.
As of March 1, 2026, loan investments in Azerbaijan's transport and communications sector increased compared to the previous year. However, the sector saw a slight month-on-month decrease in loan investments.
Growth in food production supported the expansion of Tajikistan’s manufacturing sector in early 2026.
Crude oil and natural gas production in Tajikistan fell sharply in early 2026, while the broader extractive and industrial sectors maintained moderate growth.
Turkmenistan overfulfilled its state budget revenue plan in the first quarter of 2026, while capital investments also showed growth.
Uzbekistan is boosting trade ties with Iran, with turnover rising sharply in early 2026 amid broader efforts to diversify external economic relations.
Food, alcoholic beverages and tobacco prices in Georgia increased in March, contributing to monthly inflation growth.
The figures suggest that Tajikistan’s mining sector is entering a phase of slower growth following last year’s exceptionally high expansion rates.