The total figure was almost entirely composed of debit cards. Credit cards remained at a minimal level, while debit cards with credit limits and prepaid cards recorded no units in circulation.
Kazakhstan’s Interbank Money Transfer System (ISMT) processed 5.5 million transactions totaling 247.3 trillion tenge ($520.3 billion) in January-February 2026.
Kazakhstan and South Korea are advancing industrial cooperation through 46 joint projects worth about $3.9 billion, spanning sectors like automotive production, ferroalloys, and electronics. Officials highlighted opportunities in Alatau City and geological collaboration, with both sides expressing strong interest in expanding partnerships in industry, infrastructure, and resources.