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Uzbek Soum Remains Strong as Currency Supply Outpaces Demand
The Uzbek soum remains strong as foreign currency supply grows faster than demand, while the Central Bank maintains a tight monetary policy.
Agrobank Launches US$6.1 Million AgroVentures Venture Fund
Agrobank has launched the US$6.1 million AgroVentures venture fund to invest in startups, fintech, agritech and other technology sectors.
Uzbekistan Issues Commemorative Coins for Chess Olympiad
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank will begin selling gold and silver commemorative coins dedicated to the 46th World Chess Olympiad on 24 September.
Uzbek Banks’ Assets Surpass 1 Quadrillion Soums
Uzbekistan’s banking sector assets reached 1,016.6 trillion soums as of 1 August 2026, rising 19.3% year on year.
Central Asian Microfinance Forum Draws 500 Participants in Almaty
The Central Asian Microfinance Forum 2026 brought together around 500 participants from across the region to discuss regulation, digitalisation and responsible lending.
Gold worth 1.2 billion soums seized at Tashkent airport
Uzbek customs officials seized undeclared jewelry and gold bars worth 1.2 billion soums at Tashkent International Airport.
Uzbekistan inflation expectations fall to record low
Inflation expectations in Uzbekistan fell to record lows in August, with households forecasting 9.8% price growth and businesses 9.6% over 12 months.
Ipoteka Bank writes off Siyovush Tekstil debt worth €6m
Ipoteka Bank shareholders approved a partial write-off of Siyovush Tekstil Buxoro’s overdue debt totaling $3.8 million and €2.8 million.
Visa appoints new regional manager for Central Asia
Visa has appointed Salima Gutiyeva as vice president and regional manager for Central Asia, effective 1 December 2026.
Anorbank Comments on Reports Concerning Shareholder
Anorbank said it continues operating normally after reports by foreign media concerning one of its shareholders and an alleged criminal case.