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Kapitalbank Becomes Uzbekistan's Fourth-Largest Bank
Kapitalbank rose to fourth place among Uzbekistan's banks by assets, reaching 66.6 trillion soums as of 1 October 2026 after 28.5% annual growth.
Uzbekistan Central Bank Approves National Payment Switch Rules
Uzbekistan's Central Bank has approved rules for a national payment switch to process domestic card and e-wallet transactions from 2027.
Ipoteka bank OTP Group receives EBRD award for advancing green finance in Uzbekistan
Ipoteka bank OTP Group has received the Ipoteka bank Excellence in Green Finance for Industrial Modernization award at the Uzbekistan GEFF Greening Financial Systems Launch and GEFF Awards Ceremony, organised by the European Bank for …
Uzbekistan's Commercial Bank Assets Rise 20.5% in 2026
Uzbekistan's commercial bank assets rose 20.5% to 1,044.8 trillion soums by 1 October 2026, driven by private banks and rising securities investments.
Uzbek Soum Weakens as Dollar Approaches 12,000 Level
The Uzbek soum has lost some of its September gains as the dollar nears 12,000 soums, but analysts view the movement as a correction rather than a trend.
UzCard Net Profit Rises 73% to 1.6 Trillion Soums
UzCard reported a 73% increase in net profit to 1.6 trillion soums in the first nine months of 2026, according to unaudited IFRS statements.
EBRD to Provide Davr Bank with Up to US$25 Million for Youth Businesses
The EBRD will provide Davr Bank with up to US$25 million to expand lending to young entrepreneurs, with at least 30% of funds earmarked for women-led businesses.
EBRD and Green Climate Fund Launch Green Finance Programme in Uzbekistan
The EBRD and Green Climate Fund will provide up to US$20 million through Hamkorbank to support climate adaptation, energy efficiency and sustainable irrigation.
Uzbekistan Strengthens OECD Cooperation on International Taxation
Uzbekistan is expanding cooperation with the OECD on international tax standards, including the global minimum tax, information exchange and digital economy taxation.
Uzbekistan, Italy Sign Deposit Insurance Cooperation Deal
Uzbekistan's Deposit Guarantee Agency and Italy's FITD signed an agreement in Berlin to exchange expertise and strengthen depositor protection systems.