lending
China's Central Bank: Yuan Loans Grew by 10.44 Trillion Yuan in Eight Months
The People's Bank of China reported that yuan lending rose by 10.44 trillion yuan in January–August 2026. The regulator intends to maintain a moderately loose policy in the second half of the year.
Azerbaijan's Mortgage Lending Drops by 3.8%
In January-July 2024, the volume of mortgage loans issued through the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund (MCGF) amounted to 237.8 million manats, down 3.8% year-on-year.
Iranian Banks Increase Lending by 75% in Four Months
From March 21 to July 22, 2026, loans issued by Iranian banks grew by 75% year-on-year, reaching $19.6 billion.
Azerbaijan's Credit Investments in Economy Up 12.9% Year-on-Year
According to the Central Bank of Azerbaijan, credit investments in the country's economy reached 34.2 billion manats as of August 1, up 12.9% year-on-year.
Sovcombank Sees No Default Risks for Marketplaces
Sovcombank assesses default risks for marketplaces and their sellers as low, despite recent drone attacks on logistics facilities.
VTB (Azerbaijan) Assets and Liquidity Decline
In Q2 2026, VTB (Azerbaijan) CJSC reported a drop in cash, deposits, and assets, while its loan portfolio grew by 18.16%.
Azerbaijani Banks Could Channel Another 4-6 Billion Manats into Lending
Central Bank Chairman Taleh Kazimov said the banking sector has 4-6 billion manats in free funds that could be directed to lending.
Yelo Bank Launches Fully Online Unsecured Business Loans Up to 300,000 Manats
Yelo Bank introduces a new fully online, collateral-free lending service for small and medium businesses, offering loans from 30,000 to 300,000 manats with a grace period of up to 24 months.
Halq Bank Joins International Syndicated Loan
Halq Bank has participated in an $830 million syndicated loan organized by Türk Eximbank, supporting Turkish exporters including SMEs and women-led businesses.