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Uzbekistan finance news: banks, stock exchange, insurance, Central Bank exchange rates.
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Uzbekistan’s annual inflation reaches 6.4% in September 2026
Uzbekistan’s annual inflation slowed to 6.4% in September 2026 from 8.0% a year earlier, while consumer prices rose 0.7% during the month.
Uzbekistan may grant early pensions to laid-off workers
Certain laid-off workers in Uzbekistan may qualify for early retirement if they fail to find suitable employment within three months.
Fitch affirms Universal Bank’s rating at B-
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Universal Bank’s long-term IDRs at B- with a Stable Outlook, citing its small market position and rapid loan growth.
Uzbekistan’s bank lending to economy rises to 713.3 trillion soums
Outstanding bank loans to Uzbekistan’s economy reached 713.3 trillion soums as of 1 September 2026, rising 13.6% year on year.
Tashkent to host III FINNEXT Asia forum
The III FINNEXT Asia 2026 forum will take place in Tashkent on 19 November, focusing on fintech, digital transformation and Central Asia’s financial markets.
Uzbekistan to digitize pension services
Uzbekistan will expand digital pension services from 2027, ending paper-based submissions and introducing proactive pension appointments.
ADB discusses support for reforms in Uzbekistan
The Asian Development Bank discussed further support for Uzbekistan’s reforms in healthcare, education, social protection and skills development.
Uzbekistan Undergoes OECD Tax Transparency Review
Uzbekistan has completed an OECD Global Forum expert review of its tax transparency framework and information exchange practices.
Uzbekistan Central Bank orders banks to remove deposit restrictions
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank has ordered commercial banks to remove deposit contract terms that restrict customers’ rights to withdraw their own funds.
EBRD: Asaka Bank and SQB privatisation to shift most bank assets to private hands
Completing the privatisation of Asaka Bank and SQB would put most of Uzbekistan’s banking assets in private hands for the first time, the EBRD said.