Fitch sees narrowing current account deficit in Kyrgyzstan
Fitch expects a slight narrowing of Kyrgyzstan’s current account deficit, while underlying structural imbalances remain in place. trend.az »
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Fitch expects a slight narrowing of Kyrgyzstan’s current account deficit, while underlying structural imbalances remain in place. trend.az »
Uzbekistan is rapidly expanding its self-service banking infrastructure, with the number of ATMs and kiosks growing by a third over the past year, reflecting rising demand for digital financial services and improved nationwide access to banking. trend.az »
Kyrgyzstan’s increase in fixed capital investment reflects strengthened financing flows from both domestic and external sources, supporting overall investment activity in the economy. trend.az »
Kyrgyzstan’s sectoral data for the first quarter reflects growth across all major industries, led by construction and industry, with more moderate expansion in services and agriculture. trend.az »
The volume of freight transported by trucks from Iran’s Alborz province to other provinces has increased over the past Iranian year. 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 »
The Khorasan Petrochemical Company experienced significant growth in its product exports last year. CEO Eisa Norouzipour emphasized the company set a new export record. Future plans focus on improving production, expanding markets, and enhancing competitiveness. trend.az »
Increased investment in road infrastructure is expected to enhance connectivity, lower logistics costs, and stimulate regional economic activity across Kyrgyzstan. 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 »
Azerbaijan saw a significant increase in truck production in the first quarter of 2026. The number of trucks produced grew substantially compared to the same period in 2025, while passenger car production experienced a decrease. trend.az »
Uzbekistan recorded strong growth in inbound tourism in the first quarter of 2026, driven mainly by arrivals from neighboring countries, according to official statistics. trend.az »
Rail freight traffic between Kazakhstan and China is showing growth since the start of 2026. trend.az »
Iran has increased its state wheat purchases by 70% since early April, signaling a strong start to the harvest season. Officials expect higher production this year, supported by favorable rainfall and expanded procurement efforts. trend.az »
3.9 million square meters of housing were commissioned in the country in the first quarter of 2026, which is 3.8% higher than a year earlier. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s business activity rebounded in early 2026 as the number of operating enterprises rose after several years of decline. trend.az »
Uzbekistan’s trade with France saw strong growth in early 2026, driven mainly by rising exports, as bilateral economic ties continued to expand. 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 »
Uzbekistan is seeing rising arrivals from South Korea, driven largely by tourism and growing bilateral ties. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s housing market began to stabilize in 2025 after strong growth. Prices continued to rise, but at a more balanced pace across segments. The trend points to easing pressure despite costs still outpacing incomes. trend.az »
Azerbaijan saw a notable drop in restructured loans in 2025, with the total portfolio falling —driven largely by a sharp contraction in business lending, signaling a shift in credit dynamics, according to the Central Bank. trend.az »
Around 9 million tons of cargo were transported by freight trains in transit through Kazakhstan in January-March 2026. trend.az »
Kazakhstan recorded a significant increase in outbound money transfers via UPT in February 2026, with both transaction volumes and total value rising notably. trend.az »
Retail trade turnover in Turkmenistan’s Lebap region increased in the first quarter, while industrial production showed marginal growth. trend.az »
Outbound money transfers from Kazakhstan via MoneyGram increased in February 2026. trend.az »
Outbound money transfers from Kazakhstan increased in February 2026, both in volume and value. Russia remained the top destination, followed by T trend.az »
Kyrgyzstan’s growth outlook signals continued economic resilience driven by strong domestic momentum, even as expansion gradually normalizes amid external headwinds and base effects. trend.az »
The Asian Development Bank expects steady economic expansion in Turkmenistan in the coming years, supported by gas exports and infrastructure investment, while warning of potential pressure on household incomes. trend.az »
Deposit interest rates in Azerbaijan declined amid easing monetary policy, reflecting lower funding costs in the banking sector. trend.az »
Uzbekistan continues to strengthen trade ties with the United Arab Emirates, with bilateral turnover showing steady growth and balanced dynamics. trend.az »
An increase in agriculture and light industry segments supported a slight uptick in overall external quotations at Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange, while other sectors remained stable. trend.az »
Cargo transportation between provinces in Iran has seen a significant increase this year. The volume of goods moved by trucks grew notably compared to the same period last year. Further growth is expected as freight companies continue their operations. trend.az »
The data reflects a notable increase in national currency deposits, while foreign currency deposits experienced a decline, indicating a shift in depositor preferences and trends within Azerbaijan's banking sector. trend.az »
A minor decrease in the light industry segment led to a slight drop in overall external quotations at Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange, while other sectors remained unchanged. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s banking sector has recorded growth in its business loan portfolio for the information and communications sector, reflecting sustained demand for financing in the industry. trend.az »
Local entrepreneurs secured a deal with Turkmennebit for the procurement of polypropylene during the latest trading session. trend.az »
The data highlights significant growth in business loans within Azerbaijan's transportation sector, reflecting the broader expansion of credit activity in the country's economy. trend.az »
Tajikistan’s foreign sector posted record growth in early 2026, boosting overall investment activity. trend.az »
Private sector growth in Tajikistan accelerated in early 2026, driving broader economic expansion and rising capital investment. trend.az »
Uzbekistan–Kyrgyzstan trade is accelerating, with strong growth recorded at the start of 2026. trend.az »
Credit allocation to Azerbaijan’s trade and services sector has continued to grow, reflecting sustained business activity and financial support for the real economy. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s total gold export revenue saw a notable increase in the early months of 2026. According to recent data, the country experienced strong growth compared to the same period last year. trend.az »
The total number of payment cards in circulation in Kazakhstan reached 85 million units as of March 1, 2026. trend.az »
In February 2026, transactions using payment cards issued by Kazakh banks reached 15.7 trillion tenge (approximately $33.4 billion), with a total of 1.1 billion transactions recorded. trend.az »
Loan investment in Azerbaijan’s mining and utilities sector declined as of early March 2026. The decrease reflects both a monthly and annual drop in financing from banks and non-banking institutions. trend.az »
The significant increase in capital investments signals renewed investor confidence and enhanced financing flows, supporting Tajikistan’s medium-term economic growth through expanded infrastructure and production capacity. 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 »
Uzbekistan’s car production continues to expand in early 2026, driven by strong output growth in several popular models, even as some segments face declines. trend.az »
Consumer prices in Georgia increased in March while the economy continued to show solid growth momentum in early 2026. trend.az »
The total value of external quotations at the Turkmen commodity exchange slightly decreased compared to the previous session, amid declines in the petrochemicals and light industry sectors, while other categories remained unchanged. trend.az »