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IFC to Provide Up to US$33 Million for Agricultural Services in Central Asia
The IFC will finance four energy-efficient service centres in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, expanding farmers’ access to machinery, spare parts and training.
Uzbekistan Buys 7 Tonnes of Gold in September 2026
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank purchased 7 tonnes of gold in September as global central bank buying reached its highest monthly level this year.
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Says Dollar’s Influence on Inflation Expectations Is Easing
The Central Bank says currency market changes have reduced the dollar exchange rate’s influence on inflation expectations among households and businesses.
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Explains Why Bank Lending Rates Remain High
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank says strong borrowing demand and limited domestic savings have kept lending rates high, but expects gradual declines over the next three to four years.
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Raises 2026 Inflation Forecast to 7%
Uzbekistan’s central bank raised its end-2026 inflation forecast to 7% from 6.5%, citing higher-than-expected increases in heating and hot water tariffs.
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Sees Policy Rate Falling Below 10% by 2029
Uzbekistan’s central bank says the policy rate could fall below 10% by 2029 if inflation sustainably reaches its 5% target.
Tashkent Accounts for 45% of Uzbekistan’s Bank Loans and 76% of Deposits
Tashkent held 297.5 trillion soums in bank loans and 383 trillion soums in deposits as of 1 October 2026, according to the Central Bank.
Gold Falls Below US$4,000 as Silver Slides 18.5% in October
Gold fell below US$4,000 an ounce in October, while silver dropped 18.5% as a stronger dollar, inflation risks and Fed policy weighed on metals.
Uzbekistan Central Bank and IMF Discuss UZONIA-Linked Bonds
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank and the IMF have discussed floating-rate government bonds linked to UZONIA and the development of the securities market.
Uzbekistan Central Bank Forecasts 7–7.5% GDP Growth in 2027
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank forecasts GDP growth of 7–7.5% in 2027, with inflation expected to reach the 5% target in the second half of the year.