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Uzbekistan Plans Stricter Rules for Credit Advertising
Uzbekistan plans to require credit advertisements to disclose total repayment costs and overpayment, while introducing stricter consumer protection rules.
OTP Group Advances Ipoteka Bank Transformation in Uzbekistan
OTP Group says it is transforming Ipoteka Bank into a universal commercial bank, with a focus on digitalization, expanded services …
Tashkent Hosts CIS Islamic Banking and Finance Forum
The CIS Islamic Banking and Finance Forum in Tashkent focused on Islamic finance, regulation, fintech, investment and regional cooperation.
Uzbekistan Central Bank Establishes Islamic Finance Council
Uzbekistan's Central Bank has established an Islamic Finance Council to develop national standards, advise financial institutions and support the sector's …
Almaty to Host Central Asian Microfinance Forum
The Central Asian Microfinance Forum will take place at The Ritz-Carlton Almaty on September 21, 2026, bringing together over 350 …
Mirziyoyev Orders Preparation of Comprehensive Pension System Reform
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed proposals to reform Uzbekistan's pension system, directing the development of cumulative, private, and corporate pension models …
Central Bank Demands Bank Clarification on Microloan Insurance
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has ordered commercial banks to clarify online microloan insurance terms and early repayment refund procedures …
Over 2.57 Million Uzbeks Activate Credit Self-Ban
More than 2.57 million people in Uzbekistan have activated a voluntary self-ban on taking out loans since the service was …
Uzbekistan Attracts US$690 Million in Sovereign Financing
Uzbekistan ranked among the top five recipients of sovereign financing in the Eurasian region during the first half of 2026, …
Tax Committee Clarifies Position on P2P Transfer Monitoring
Uzbekistan's Tax Committee said P2P transfers between individuals are not taxable and stressed that cooperation with banks must comply with …