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Uzbekistan Warns Borrowers About Hidden Microloan Costs
Uzbekistan’s Competition Committee warns that microloan borrowers may face hidden fees and demands for early repayment, urging consumers to check contract terms.
Uzbekistan Issues 7.7 Trillion Soums in Education Loans
Uzbekistan issued nearly 7.7 trillion soums in education loans from 2021 through Q3 2026, including more than 5.8 trillion soums for women and girls.
USD/UZS Outlook Hinges on Fed and Uzbekistan Rate Decisions
The Uzbek soum faces pressure from a widening current account deficit, rising inflation and falling gold prices ahead of key central bank rate decisions on 28 October.
Azerbaijan’s Central Bank Studies Uzbekistan’s Capital Market
Azerbaijan’s central bank visited Uzbekistan on 22–23 October to study capital market reforms, regulatory practices and international standards.
EDB to Establish Central Asia and Caucasus Private Equity Fund
The Eurasian Development Bank is preparing a private equity fund with international investors to channel long-term capital into promising companies in Central Asia and the Caucasus.
Anorbank Shareholder Olimov Denies Kidnapping Allegations
Anorbank shareholder Kakhramonjon Olimov denies Uzbekistan’s kidnapping allegations, calling them fabricated and saying he was abducted in Paris in 2025.
Uzbekistan Central Bank Holds Talks with US Companies
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank met US companies in Samarkand to discuss financial market infrastructure, digital payments, cybersecurity and investment opportunities.
Ipak Yuli Bank’s Nine-Month Profit Rises 9.2% to 821.8bn Soums
Ipak Yuli Bank’s net profit rose 9.2% in January–September 2026 to 821.8bn soums, while total assets increased 60.3% to 40.1 trillion soums.
Uzbekistan to Introduce Special Accounts for Insolvent Businesses
Uzbekistan has amended banking rules for businesses undergoing insolvency proceedings, introducing special accounts to manage funds and expanding access to account information.
Uzbekistan’s Microfinance Assets Double to Soum 20.8 Trillion
Uzbekistan’s microfinance sector expanded 114.3% year on year to soum 20.8 trillion by 1 September 2026, driven mainly by credit growth, the central bank reported.