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Astana Finance Days 2026 Draws 8,000 Participants From 90 Countries
Astana Finance Days 2026 brought together about 8,000 participants from 90 countries to discuss capital markets, digital finance and regional cooperation.
Uzbekistan's New National Reinsurer Marks a Strong First Year
A little over a year ago, Uzbekistan set out to address a longstanding gap in its financial system: the country had no dedicated national institution to help insurers …
Uzbekistan Central Bank Launches Cyber Threat Data Sharing System
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank has launched a real-time cyber threat information-sharing system for banks and other financial market participants.
Uzbekistan’s Reserves Rise to US$72.1 Billion in August
Uzbekistan’s international reserves rose to US$72.1 billion in August, driven mainly by an increase in the value and volume of gold holdings.
Uzbekistan Launches Pilot Project for HUMO Stablecoin
Uzbekistan is launching a pilot project to test the HUMO stablecoin for payments, with the token pegged at one HUMO to one soum.
Uzbekistan MFO Assets Nearly Double to 18.9 Trillion Soums
Assets of Uzbekistan’s microfinance organizations nearly doubled year on year to 18.9 trillion soums as of August 1, 2026, Central Bank data shows.
Uzbekistan Pawnshops’ Assets Rise 50% to 937.7 Billion Soums
Assets of Uzbekistan’s pawnshops reached 937.7 billion soums as of August 1, 2026, rising 50% year on year, Central Bank data shows.
Uzbekistan Inflation Falls to 6.2% in August 2026
Uzbekistan’s annual inflation fell to 6.2% in August 2026, while consumer prices rose 0.2% during the month, according to official data.
EBRD and Ipoteka Bank Fund Vades Group With US$10M
EBRD and Ipoteka Bank signed a US$10 million risk-sharing agreement with Vades Group to expand card production in Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan Mortgage Subsidies Reach 1.14 Trillion Soums
Uzbekistan paid 1.14 trillion soums in mortgage subsidies to 12,355 citizens in 2026, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance.