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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.
Mahalla Loyihasi Loans Reach 14.8 Trillion Soums
Loans issued to businesses under Uzbekistan’s Mahalla Loyihasi reached 14.8 trillion soums in January-August 2026, up 47% year on year.
Uzbekistan Proposes Ending Social Tax Benefits for Businesses
Uzbekistan’s Economy and Finance Ministry has proposed ending new social tax benefits for businesses and fully abolishing existing measures from 2030.
Uzbekistan Banks’ Non-Performing Loan Share Stands at 3.7%
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank said non-performing loans accounted for 3.71% of commercial banks’ total loan portfolio as of 1 August 2026.
Uzbekistan, ADB Discuss Gender Budgeting
Uzbekistan's deputy economy and finance minister met Asian Development Bank representatives to discuss developing gender-oriented budgeting.
ANORBANK Comments on Fitch Ratings Change
ANORBANK said Fitch’s rating change to CCC+ has not affected its operations, customer services or ability to meet its obligations.