Azerbaijan’s oil exports to Bulgaria rise sharply in January–March
Azerbaijan boosted oil exports to Bulgaria in January–March, shipping 130,800 tons worth $67.9 million—up nearly 65% in volume from a year earlier. trend.az »
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Azerbaijan boosted oil exports to Bulgaria in January–March, shipping 130,800 tons worth $67.9 million—up nearly 65% in volume from a year earlier. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s trade with South Korea showed solid year-on-year growth in early 2026, driven largely by imports, while broader two-year comparisons indicate some contraction in bilateral turnover. trend.az »
Petroleum coke production in Azerbaijan increased during the first quarter of the year, according to data published by the State Statistics Committee. trend.az »
Kazakhstan’s Jetisu region continues to attract strong investment inflows while advancing agricultural, industrial, and infrastructure development projects. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's banking sector shows an increase in non-performing loans, while maintaining robust reserves to absorb potential credit risks. trend.az »
Rising pork prices and higher energy costs linked to developments in the Middle East are also anticipated to contribute positively to the normalization of price levels. trend.az »
Retail trade turnover in Turkmenistan’s Lebap region increased in the first quarter, while industrial production showed marginal growth. trend.az »
Food and non-alcoholic beverage prices in Georgia continued to increase in March, with additional growth observed in alcohol and tobacco, while accommodation services showed a decline. trend.az »
Uzbekistan continues to strengthen its position as a key agricultural exporter, with fruit and vegetable shipments showing steady growth at the start of 2026. trend.az »
Euro-denominated card transactions in Azerbaijan rose 5.4% in volume through February, while total value held steady at 1.8 million euros, the Central Bank reported. trend.az »
Business loans dominate Azerbaijan’s banking sector, making up 53.3% of total lending, with growth across all business sizes. Large enterprises continue to attract the largest share, though micro and small businesses are seeing notable increases. trend.az »
The total number of payment cards in circulation in Kazakhstan reached 85 million units as of March 1, 2026. trend.az »
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. trend.az »
The total value of external quotations at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan increased compared to the previous session, driven by a sharp rise in the agriculture sector, while petrochemicals, mechanical engineering and light industry remained unchanged and no activity was recorded in construction materials. trend.az »
Uzbekistan is boosting trade ties with Iran, with turnover rising sharply in early 2026 amid broader efforts to diversify external economic relations. trend.az »
Uzbekistan is rapidly expanding its digital banking ecosystem, with the number of bank cards in circulation continuing to grow and competition intensifying among leading issuers. trend.az »
Food, alcoholic beverages and tobacco prices in Georgia increased in March, contributing to monthly inflation growth. trend.az »
Consumer prices in Georgia increased in March while the economy continued to show solid growth momentum in early 2026. trend.az »
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan are maintaining strong trade momentum, with bilateral turnover rising sharply in early 2026. trend.az »
Last year, the machinery sector in Kazakhstan produced 5.7 trillion tenge ($12 billion) worth of goods. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's Instant Payment System (IPS) saw substantial growth in transaction volume and number in February 2026, reflecting a significant increase in digital financial activity and banking engagement. trend.az »
Payouts for non-life insurance in Azerbaijan grew significantly in the first two months of the year, despite a slight decline in collected premiums, according to the Central Bank of Azerbaijan. trend.az »
The sum of $30.36 million that Finland invested directly in the Azerbaijani economy last year was up $27.7 million, or 11.6 times, from 2024. During the reporting year, Azerbaijan received a total of 0.5% of its foreign direct investment (FDI) from Finland. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s trade with Turkmenistan continued to grow in early 2026, reflecting steady expansion in bilateral ties. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s banking sector is consolidating as total capital grows and larger banks increase their share of the system. trend.az »
A decrease in inflation to 3. 5% year-on-year in 2025 from 3. 6% in 2024 was mainly caused by the somoni's strength, which caused it to appreciate by around 15% year-on-year. The annual rate of inflation was 3. trend.az »
Trade between Uzbekistan and Belarus grew sharply in early 2026, highlighting stronger bilateral economic ties. trend.az »
In the last three months of 2025, the average nominal monthly incomes in Georgia climbed 11.2% year over year. trend.az »
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. trend.az »
Kazakhstan's Astana recorded year-on-year growth in industrial production in January, driven by an increase in manufacturing, while the utilities and waste management sectors posted declines. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s microfinance landscape is experiencing robust expansion, characterized by escalating capital influx and a burgeoning array of institutions. trend.az »
In January 2026, Baku's retail trade turnover saw an increase. The data highlights a growth compared to the same period in 2025. The rise was driven by both food and non-food product sales, with individual entrepreneurs playing a significant role. trend.az »
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. trend.az »
In the first ten months of the current Iranian year, the appetite for crude steel in Iran has seen an uptick, as highlighted by a report from the Iranian Steel Producers Association (ISPA). trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s tourism sector began 2026 with strong momentum, recording a sharp rise in foreign arrivals in January. trend.az »
Uzbekistan is accelerating its transition toward clean energy, with renewable power generation showing strong growth at the start of 2026. trend.az »
The surge in capital investment underscores intensifying infrastructure development and expanding investor confidence, reinforcing construction as a strategic pillar of Kyrgyzstan’s medium-term economic growth. trend.az »
Uzbekistan has seen a sharp rise in foreign-invested enterprises over the past five years, highlighting the country’s increasing attractiveness to international investors. trend.az »
In January 2026, Azerbaijani consumers spent notably on pharmaceutical products and medical supplies. The spending increased compared to the same month last year. These products made up a significant share of the total retail trade turnover. trend.az »
Prices for medicines and health products in Georgia increased in January 2026, while recreation-related costs declined and personal care services recorded moderate growth, according to official statistics. trend.az »
The Construction Cost Index in Georgia showed growth in December, driven by higher wages in the construction sector and increased expenses across various segments, reflecting ongoing upward trends in building costs. trend.az »
In December 2025, Zolotaya Korona accounted for 80.9% of the total value of international remittances sent from Kazakhstan, slipping from the 82.3% share noted in November. trend.az »
In Azerbaijan, revenues from unemployment insurance contributions have increased compared to the same period last year. trend.az »
Mandatory state social insurance contributions increased compared to the same period of the previous year, reflecting positive dynamics in revenue collection. trend.az »
The market continues to be dominated by debit cards, which account for 81.3% of the total. trend.az »
Visa continues to lead Kazakhstan’s payment card market, with 41.2 million cards as of January 1, 2026. trend.az »
In 2025, outbound travel from Uzbekistan to Saudi Arabia took off like a rocket, with the number of Uzbek tourists flocking to the kingdom soaring by over 70% compared to the previous year, primarily fueled by leisure trips. trend.az »
Iran’s non-oil exports to Turkmenistan have grown significantly in both value and volume compared to the previous year, driven by agricultural, industrial, and petrochemical products. trend.az »
Overall, Kazakhstan exported 69.13 million tons of crude oil and petroleum products between January and November 2025. trend.az »
Outstanding loans to individuals and entrepreneurs operating without forming a legal entity increased in Turkmenistan in December 2025, according to the country’s Central Bank. trend.az »