Uzbekistan’s Investments in Fixed Capital Nearly Tripled Over the Last Five Years

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The volume of investments in fixed capital in Uzbekistan has increased nearly 2.8 times over the past five years, the National Statistics Committee reported.

In January–September 2025 alone, 80.2 trillion soums more were invested compared to the same period last year.

Investment growth rates also show a positive trend. In 2024, they reached the highest level in five years — 138.7%, and in 2025, they amounted to 115.2%.

According to the statistical agency, during January–September 2025, a total of 443.6 trillion soums in fixed capital investments were used for the development of the republic’s economy and social sector, representing a 15.2% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Investments financed from centralized sources totaled 43.4 trillion soums, up 11.9% from the previous year, accounting for 9.7% of total investments.

By sector, manufacturing accounted for the largest share of fixed capital investments. 121.2 trillion soums (27.3% of total investments) were directed to this sector, driven by the implementation of major industrial projects.

In January–September 2025, foreign investments and loans amounted to US$34.5 billion, of which US$24.9 billion (318.3 trillion soums) were allocated to the creation of new fixed assets, i.e., fixed capital.

In the housing sector, 11.14 million sq. m of residential space was commissioned over the first nine months of the year, 2.4% more than in the same period in 2024. Additionally, 404 km of water supply networks were put into operation, including 297.9 km (73.8%) in rural areas.

Furthermore, 10.2 km of gas pipelines were constructed and commissioned, including 6.1 km in rural areas.