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Azerbaijan's Cash Currency Demand Exceeds Supply by $673 Million
The Central Bank of Azerbaijan reported that in January-August 2026, cash foreign currency purchases exceeded sales by $673 million. The regulator's foreign exchange reserves grew by 32.9% to $15.3 billion.
Fitch: SOFAZ Gold Reserves Reach 36% of Portfolio, Fund Assets at $73.5 Billion
Fitch Ratings notes that gold has become the largest component of Azerbaijan's State Oil Fund (SOFAZ) portfolio, reaching 36% of assets. The fund's investment portfolio stood at $73.5 billion at the end of Q1 2026.
Russia's International Reserves Rise to $740 Billion
Russia's international reserves increased by $19.7 billion over the week, reaching $740 billion as of August 7.
Kazakhstan's Reserves Approach $130 Billion
Kazakhstan's international reserves and National Fund assets grew in July, reaching nearly $130 billion, recovering after a spring decline.
US Strategic Petroleum Reserve Drops Below 300 Million Barrels for First Time in 40 Years
The US Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen to 298.7 million barrels, the lowest level since 1983, after President Trump ordered the use of 172 million barrels.
Central Banks Increased Gold Reserves by 51.1 Tons in June
Global central banks increased their gold reserves by 51.1 tons in June 2026, led by Poland and China.
Saudi Aramco: Restoring Oil Reserves Will Boost Demand by 2 Million bpd
Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said that replenishing strategic oil reserves over 18 months will increase demand by 2 million barrels per day.
VTB (Azerbaijan) Posts Decline in Profit and Deposits in First Half
VTB (Azerbaijan) reported a net profit of 5.826 million manats for the first half of 2024, down from 6.319 million manats a year earlier.