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Finance
Tashkent International Financial Centre Law Reconciled by Parliament
The Legislative Chamber of Uzbekistan approves the revised draft constitutional law on the Tashkent International Financial Centre following amendments made by a joint Conciliation Commission.
Strong Dollar Heightens Pressure on Global Metal Markets
Alpari analyst Anna Bodrova details how a surging US dollar and expectations of continued Federal Reserve monetary tightening are weighing …
Mortgages and Credit Cards Lead Loan Demand Growth in Uzbekistan
As of 1 June 2026, the total loan portfolio of Uzbekistan's banking system reaches 636.0 trillion soums, driven by strong …
Moody's Upgrades Ratings of 16 Uzbekistan Banks
Moody's Ratings has upgraded the credit ratings of 16 banks in Uzbekistan following the upgrade of the country's sovereign rating …
Central Bank Governor: Inflation Targeting Rebuilt Monetary Policy
Central Bank of Uzbekistan Governor Timur Ishmetov states that transitioning to an inflation-targeting framework has completely transformed the nation's monetary …
World Bank Approves US$105 Million for Uzbekistan Education
The World Bank has approved a US$105 million financial package to support primary education reforms and school infrastructure development in …
Share of Retail Loans in Uzbek Banks Rises to 37%
Uzbekistan's banking credit portfolio reached 636 trillion soums by June 2026, driven by a rising share of retail lending and …
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan to Deepen Financial Sector Cooperation
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to expand cooperation in the financial sector following a bilateral ministerial meeting focusing on public …
IFC Appoints New Vice President for Middle East and Central Asia
The International Finance Corporation has appointed Imad N. Fakhoury as Regional Vice President for the Middle East and Central Asia, …
Central Bank of Uzbekistan Fines Banks and MFIs for Consumer Rights Violations
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has fined several commercial banks and microfinance organizations for violating financial consumer protection laws during …