Azerbaijan sheds light on its oil exports for 3M2026
Azerbaijan's trade performance in early 2026 reflects a decline in both export value and volume, despite maintaining a trade surplus due to a sharper drop in imports. trend.az »
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Azerbaijan's trade performance in early 2026 reflects a decline in both export value and volume, despite maintaining a trade surplus due to a sharper drop in imports. trend.az »
Azerbaijan produced 6.630 million tons of crude oil in the first quarter, marking a 3.4% decline compared to the same period last year, according to official statistics. trend.az »
Georgia's foreign trade indicators showed improvement in February 2026, according to the World Bank. Exports grew significantly, driven by strong performance in mineral raw materials and re-exports, while imports saw a more modest increase. trend.az »
Cargo handling at Qeshm ports saw substantial activity in the past year, with notable growth in non-oil product shipments and significant export and transit volumes, reflecting the region's key role in Iran's trade and maritime operations. trend.az »
Tajikistan’s outlook points to a shift from rapid expansion to more sustainable growth levels, supported by stable domestic demand and a gradually improving external environment. trend.az »
Travel from Uzbekistan to Thailand continued to grow in early 2026, with tourism accounting for the vast majority of visits, reflecting strong outbound travel demand. trend.az »
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has released its forecast for oil and other liquid hydrocarbon production in the Middle East. trend.az »
Payment transactions processed in manats through Azerbaijan’s Interbank Card Center (ICC) recorded steady growth by the end of February, reflecting increased activity in the country’s cashless payment ecosystem. trend.az »
SOCAR Polymer leads the growth in Azerbaijan's non-oil sector exports, showing significant year-on-year improvement in early 2026. trend.az »
The number of cashless transactions carried out through POS terminals in Azerbaijan increased in February, while their total value declined, according to the Central Bank of Azerbaijan. trend.az »
China remains Uzbekistan’s leading import partner, followed by Russia and Kazakhstan, as the country’s imports saw strong growth in early 2026. trend.az »
The escalating conflict in the Middle East, coupled with Iran's nuclear advancements and military engagements, is exerting substantial pressure on global commodity markets, particularly energy, with rising oil prices and potential disruptions to regional trade routes. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's trade turnover with Germany has significantly decreased in the first two months of this year, reflecting a broader decline in overall foreign trade activity, while still maintaining a positive trade surplus. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's fertilizer trade in early 2026 reflects significant shifts in both export and import dynamics, highlighting changing patterns in the country's agricultural sector and broader trade strategy. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's petroleum sector has experienced a significant downturn in production and value during the first two months of 2026, with declines across most key products, signaling a challenging economic environment for the industry. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's energy sector experienced a decline in electricity generation and commercial electricity output in the first two months of 2026, despite steady performance in broader energy and environmental services. trend.az »
Uzbekistan and Japan are deepening economic ties, with growing trade and a stronger focus on infrastructure and smart city cooperation highlighted at the latest business forum in Tashkent. trend.az »
Expansion and modernization of Kyrgyzstan’s energy infrastructure in 2025 are strengthening the country’s power supply and supporting economic growth. trend.az »
In 2026, Kazakhstan plans to commission a total of 2.64 GW of both traditional and renewable energy capacitiesþ trend.az »
Kazakhstan's significant mineral reserves and growing capacity to supply critical minerals position it as a key player in strengthening global supply chains, particularly for industries reliant on these essential resources. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's domestic public debt has shown a decline in relation to GDP, driven by strategic measures to expand the domestic financial market, reduce refinancing risks, and optimize debt servicing costs. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s strategic position in the Middle Corridor is central to enhancing regional connectivity, with an emphasis on infrastructure development, multimodal transport, and increased private sector participation, aimed at boosting trade flows and attracting foreign investment in key logistics sectors. trend.az »
Azerbaijan's exports of crude oil and petroleum products to Spain resumed in late 2025, marking a significant step in the country's energy trade, while overall oil exports saw a slight increase in volume despite a decrease in value compared to the previous year. trend.az »
In 2025, Azerbaijan exported electricity, generating significant revenue despite a decline in both export volume and earnings. The decrease in revenues and export volume highlights a shift compared to the previous year. trend.az »
As of the first half of 2025, Georgia has become the third-largest recipient of investments from Kazakhstan. trend.az »
Mazandaran province’s ports in northern Iran handled around 2.4 million tons of essential imports in the first eight months of the year, while exporting roughly 1.3 million tons of products to neighboring countries. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s payment card market is expanding rapidly, with a significant increase in card circulation and non-cash transactions, reflecting a growing trend toward digital payments and greater infrastructure in the banking sector. trend.az »
In January–September of this year, investments totaling 3.24 billion manat were directed to fixed capital in the Karabakh and Eastern Zangezur economic regions of Azerbaijan. trend.az »
Azerbaijan saw a decline in the volume and value of maritime cargo transportation from January through October, accompanied by growth in export figures and a reduction in imports by sea. trend.az »
Azerbaijan’s production of bitumen declined to around 214,000 tons, while petroleum coke output rose to approximately 191,000 tons in the first ten months of the year. trend.az »
MSME employment grew 15.3 percent in 2023, following a period of slower expansion in previous years. trend.az »
The international online platform Trading Economics has published an updated inflation forecast for Azerbaijan through the fourth quarter of 2026. trend.az »
Instagram’s share among Azerbaijani users fell sharply in September, dropping by over 20 percentage points compared to the previous month. trend.az »
Azerbaijan has installed more than 109,000 new-generation cash registers across the country, according to the State Tax Service. trend.az »
Exports of non-oil products from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan in the period from January through September decreased compared to last year, reflecting changes in the structure of the country's foreign trade. trend.az »
Iran consumed about 4.8 billion cubic meters of natural gas last week, with households, small businesses, and the service sector accounting for the largest share. trend.az »
The Iran Energy Exchange (IRENEX) experienced a significant uptick in weekly activity, with aggregate transactions approximating $205 billion, propelled by a pronounced escalation in hydrocarbon product sales. trend.az »
As of the end of September this year, 80.4 million transactions were made using MasterCard cards issued by resident financial institutions in Azerbaijan (including payment cards of statistical units). trend.az »
Measures taken to mobilize local financial resources, improve tax administration, and enhance the effectiveness of financial management are yielding tangible results. trend.az »
Azerbaijan exported crude oil and petroleum products to 20 countries over the period from January through September of this year. trend.az »
The projections highlight the challenges Kyrgyzstan faces in balancing economic development with climate commitments. trend.az »
Samsung's internet browser market share increased by 3.4 percentage points to 3.65 percent. trend.az »
In January–July 2025, Azerbaijan imported 221. 6 million cubic meters of gas from Russia and Turkmenistan worth $33. 9 million. Over the same period, it exported 14. 4 billion cubic meters to six countries for $5. trend.az »
Kyrgyzstan’s public debt continues to grow, driven largely by external borrowing from major international creditors, as the government maintains efforts to manage fiscal stability. trend.az »
Iran consumed roughly 4.5 billion cubic meters of natural gas between September 6 and 12, with more than half used by thermal power plants, official data shows. Industrial facilities and households together accounted for nearly 2.3 billion cubic meters during the week. trend.az »
Kyrgyzstan’s banking sector posted a net profit of 14. 769 billion soms ($168 million) by June 2025, driven by a 24. 1% growth in total assets and a strong 22. 4% rise in the loan portfolio across key sectors. trend.az »