investment
Russia's Direct Investment in Azerbaijan Up 1.8 Times
In the first half of 2026, Russia's foreign direct investment in Azerbaijan reached $237.119 million, 1.8 times more than a year earlier. The counterflow of investment from Azerbaijan to Russia fell by 20.6%.
Investment grew by 10%: oil and gas and other sectors diverge
Oil and gas investment added 32.4%, non-oil and gas — 1.4%. Most of the money is still outside oil and gas, but the fastest growth is concentrated in it.
US Sees South Caucasus Potential in Trans-Caspian Corridor
US Chargé d'Affaires ad interim in Azerbaijan Amy Carlon said Washington is prioritizing the South Caucasus and sees potential in the Trans-Caspian trade corridor for American business.
Azerbaijan-Oman Fund to Acquire Stake in Azer-Turk Bank
The Azerbaijan-Oman Direct Investment Fund will become a shareholder in the state-owned Azer-Turk Bank. The agreement was signed at the 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment Forum in Baku.
SOCAR and Comstock Resources Agree on Strategic Partnership
SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf announced a meeting with Comstock Resources leadership and the signing of a letter of intent on strategic partnership.
AzerGold to Launch Two Gold Projects in Azerbaijan
The Soyudlu and Ortakend projects will add about 1.28 million ounces of gold reserves. Launch is planned for 2028 and 2029.
Aliyev Meets 01.AI and Sinovation Ventures Head Kai-Fu Lee
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev discussed AI applications and investments with Kai-Fu Lee and a TEHA Group representative ahead of the Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum.
USACC Discusses Middle Corridor Development with World Bank
The American-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce held a roundtable with World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus Rolande Pryce. Participants discussed investment and operational measures to improve the route's reliability and capacity.
Uzbekistan Explores Participation in Nakhchivan Railway Construction
Uzbekistan is considering participation in the construction of the Nakhchivan railway to gain access to Turkish ports in Samsun and Istanbul, the presidential press service said following a meeting chaired by Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
EBRD: Project Portfolio in Azerbaijan Reaches €888 Million
The EBRD's portfolio in Azerbaijan at the end of July 2026 stood at €888 million, covering 35 projects. Since starting operations, the bank has invested €3.728 billion in the country's economy.
South Korea's CONTEC Weighs Localizing Space Production in Kazakhstan
In Seoul, officials discussed CONTEC Space Group's plans to invest in the Galam project, jointly produce satellites and components, and develop a network of ground stations in Kazakhstan.
Kyrgyz Finance Ministry and World Bank Discuss Kambarata HPP-1 and Program Financing
Kyrgyz Finance Minister Ruslan Suinaliev and World Bank Regional Director for Central Asia Naji Benhassine discussed the macroeconomy, 11.1% GDP growth in the first seven months of 2026, and financing for major projects.
Uzbekistan and South Korea Prepare $12 Billion in Investment Projects
Following talks between Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Lee Jae-myung, prospective projects worth $12 billion and an $8 billion program with the Export-Import Bank of Korea have been prepared.
Azerbaijan's Net External Financial Assets Rise by $3.3 Billion in Six Months
Azerbaijan's Central Bank reported that in the first half of 2026, the country's net external financial assets increased by $3.3 billion, driven mainly by direct investment abroad.
Moody's: Middle Corridor Accelerates Growth in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia
Moody's notes that investment in transport, logistics and energy in Central Asia and the Caucasus supports economic diversification and medium-term growth.
EDB: Nearly $350 Billion to Be Invested in Eurasia's Transport Framework
The Eurasian Development Bank values Eurasia's transport project portfolio at $345 billion and identifies Central Asia as one of the most dynamic segments of the new logistics framework.
Ukraine and Azerbaijan Discuss Investment in Ukraine's Reconstruction
Ukrainian Ambassador to Azerbaijan Yuriy Husyev and AZPROMO head Yusif Abdullayev discussed expanding economic cooperation and attracting Azerbaijani investment into Ukraine's economy.
Azerbaijani Business in Foreign Markets: FinFly Ranking Based on Open Data
Four Azerbaijan-born billionaires in the Forbes 2026 list hold a combined $41.4 billion, but their businesses operate entirely in Russia. FinFly separates Azerbaijani-origin capital from Azerbaijani companies abroad and identifies who truly expands business beyond the country.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan Target $1 Billion Trade Turnover by 2030
Uzbekistan's Minister of Investments and Azerbaijan's ambassador discussed expanding trade and investment cooperation, including preparing a 'Roadmap' and a program to increase trade turnover to $1 billion by 2030.
bp increases Shah Deniz development spending in H1 2026
In H1 2026, bp and partners allocated $1.394 billion in operating expenses and $712 million in capital expenditures to the Shah Deniz field, up from the same period in 2025.
Uzbekistan and Iran Prepare 29 Joint Projects and Business Forum in Tashkent
Uzbekistan and Iran are implementing 29 joint projects and will hold a business forum in Tashkent on November 26–27. Trade turnover rose 37.5% to $305 million in the first half of the year.
Bimbo QSR Azerbaijan to Produce Burger Buns in Sumgait
Bimbo QSR Azerbaijan LLC has been granted resident status at the Sumgait Industrial Park and will invest 27.5 million manats to produce 150 million buns annually.
Uzbekistan and South Korea Aim to Double Trade to $4 Billion
Uzbekistan and South Korea plan to create a joint working group to increase bilateral trade to $4 billion per year, said Uzbek Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for 307-Bed Hotel Complex Held in Nakhchivan
President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the Nakhchivan Hotel Complex, designed to accommodate 307 guests.