Economy

In the IV quarter of 2025, 1 trillion 692 billion cash soms were issued from bank cash desks.

According to the report from the National Bank, in the IV quarter of 2025, commercial banks issued loans amounting to 1 trillion 692 billion 591.4 million soms. This figure is 271 billion 568.5 million soms, which is equivalent to 19.1%, higher than the results of the same period in 2024. In the III quarter of 2025, the volume of issued loans amounted to 1 trillion 504 billion 911 million soms, which is 66 billion 889.8 million soms, or 4.7%, more compared to the III quarter of 2024.

27.01.2026, 07:52

Economy

The economy of Kyrgyzstan has more than doubled in three years – government

The gross domestic product (GDP) growth exceeded 11% and ranked among the highest in the world. At a meeting with the president of the country, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced the preliminary results of economic growth for 2025.

26.01.2026, 20:50

Economy

In the first 11 months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased butter exports by 6%

In the first 11 months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan recorded a 6% increase in butter exports. This fact was announced in the report of the National Statistical Committee. According to the data from this agency, from January to November 2025, the republic exported 2,200 tons of butter abroad, generating $13.6 million. In comparison to the same period in 2024, the volume of shipments increased by 6% in physical terms. In 2024, exports amounted to 2,000 tons of butter, with a value reaching $10 million.

26.01.2026, 20:44

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to create a unified digital tourism platform

The initiative aims to simplify tourist services and optimize the industry's operations. At a recent staff meeting held by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, with heads of state institutions, the topic of creating a unified "Digital Tourist Platform" was raised. This information was provided by the government’s press service.

26.01.2026, 19:59

Economy

Minimum subsistence, average salary, and reality. Are they interconnected?

The National Statistical Committee has published information about the minimum subsistence level and average salary in Bishkek. This data surprises many Kyrgyz citizens. When it comes to the minimum subsistence level, people often ironically remark that it is an amount that is only enough for a week, not a month. Regarding salaries, the question arises: who actually receives such large amounts? To find out how realistic these figures are, Kaktus.media conducted its own calculations, examining

26.01.2026, 19:04

Economy

Taxpayers will be able to obtain exemptions on jewelry without documents

The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has clarified the process of electronic registration According to the State Tax Service, taxpayers now have the opportunity to obtain an exemption from the obligations of a tax agent regarding jewelry made from precious metals, even in the absence of original documents.

26.01.2026, 18:44

Economy

The business opposed the creation of a national reinsurance operator

At a recent meeting at the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, the International Business Council (IBC) voiced a unified position from business representatives, critically commenting on the proposed creation of a national reinsurance operator. This was reported by the IBC. Association representatives expressed the opinion that the proposed concept, developed by the cabinet of ministers, contradicts the goals of developing the insurance sector. They noted that this document

26.01.2026, 18:31

Economy / Exclusive

The price of platinum exceeded $2,900

On the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX), the price of platinum futures reached a historic record, exceeding the mark of $2,900, according to trading data. As of 13:44 Moscow time, the April 2026 platinum futures rose by 5.92% to $2,903.5 per troy ounce. At the same time, the March 2026 palladium futures increased by 6.38%, reaching $2,157.1 per troy ounce.

26.01.2026, 18:19

Economy

Import of frozen fish to Kyrgyzstan increased by 33% in the 11 months of 2025

The import of frozen fish in Kyrgyzstan from January to November 2025 showed significant growth, increasing by 33% compared to the previous year, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, during the specified 11 months, the country imported 5,500 tons of frozen fish worth $10 million. In 2024, the corresponding volume was 3,000 tons, costing $4.4 million. The main suppliers of frozen fish to Kyrgyzstan: January-November 2025

26.01.2026, 18:05

Economy

The Head of the Antimonopoly Service announced meat prices in the EAEU countries, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance and Economics, held on January 26, Jenaly Orozbaev, head of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, presented data on average meat prices in several countries. According to him, the cost of 1 kg of meat in different countries is as follows:

26.01.2026, 17:33

Economy

Gas pipelines in multi-storey buildings in Kyrgyzstan will be routed through entrances, - "Gazprom" on new gasification rules

- On January 23, President Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with representatives of major construction companies. The agenda included issues related to amendments to the Land Code, the purchase of leased plots, as well as new Gazprom standards for the gasification of multi-story buildings.

26.01.2026, 17:31

Economy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and the World Bank will continue the implementation of joint development programs

Today, a meeting took place between Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, and Nadji Benhassin, the Regional Director of the World Bank for Central Asia. During this meeting, aspects of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the World Bank, as well as the current economic situation in the country, were discussed.

26.01.2026, 17:10

Economy

Export of whey decreased by 32% in the 11 months of 2025

- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, the export of whey in Kyrgyzstan decreased by 32% from January to November 2025. During this period, the country exported 231 tons of whey, generating $215 thousand. In comparison, for the same 11 months of 2024, the export volume was 338 tons worth $269 thousand, indicating a significant decline.

26.01.2026, 17:08

Economy / Exclusive

The Housing Committee approved the bill on non-tax revenues

During a recent meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competitiveness, the bill "On Amendments to the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic on Non-Tax Revenues," proposed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, was discussed. Ruslan Suynaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Finance, emphasized that this bill aims to create alternative methods for repaying loans.

26.01.2026, 16:59

Economy

International Business Council Demands Cancellation of National Reinsurer Project

The International Business Council (IBC) of Kyrgyzstan has criticized the draft government resolution on the establishment of a national reinsurance operator. It is proposed that the State Insurance Organization (GSO) will become the sole national reinsurer. According to the draft published by the government:

26.01.2026, 16:55

Economy / Exclusive

Korean Water Resource Management Technologies to be Implemented in Kyrgyzstan

The signing of a memorandum of understanding took place in Bishkek between the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Korean Rural Community Development Corporation (KRC). As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, this agreement aims to implement innovative Korean technologies in the management of water and land resources, as well as to modernize irrigation systems and develop rural infrastructure, including

26.01.2026, 16:22

Economy

Mothers of multiple children in high-altitude regions will receive up to 2 million soms.

The "Bala Berekе" support will begin in 2026 Starting from January 1, 2026, a one-time assistance program called "Bala Berekе" will be implemented in Kyrgyzstan for mothers of large families living in hard-to-reach and mountainous areas. This was announced by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the President's Administration. As Orunbekov noted, this initiative aims to support the increase of the population and improve the living conditions

26.01.2026, 16:20

Economy

The Cabinet intends to obtain permission to regulate prices for works and services

During the meeting of the committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, parliamentarians discussed the proposed amendments to the Law "On Pricing," put forward by the Prime Minister. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Benazir Nurlanova noted that if this bill is approved, the state will gain the right to regulate not only prices for socially important goods but also for works and services, the list of which will be established by the government.

26.01.2026, 16:08

Economy / Exclusive

The Housing Committee ratified the investment protection agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Italy

At a recent meeting of the committee on finance, budget, and entrepreneurship of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies approved in the first reading an agreement on the encouragement and protection of investments between Kyrgyzstan and Italy. Deputy head of the National Investment Agency, Damirbek Bikulov, reported that this agreement was signed on May 30, 2025, in Astana and was initiated by the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to him, this bill aims to strengthen economic ties and

26.01.2026, 16:07

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Begins Large-Scale Preparation for the Global Mountain Summit

Kyrgyzstan officially begins preparations for one of the most significant international events in its decade-long calendar. The decree signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, establishes an organizing committee for the Second Global Mountain Summit "Bishkek+25," scheduled for 2027.

26.01.2026, 16:00

Economy

The Housing Committee approved in the first reading a loan of $31.79 million for the health of people, animals, and ecosystems.

- At the meeting held on January 26, the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration approved the bill on the ratification of the Financing Agreement and the Grant Agreement signed on July 11, 2025, in Bishkek. These documents pertain to the project "Phase 1 for the Kyrgyz Republic" under the "One Health" Program aimed at preventing pandemics, strengthening food security, and improving ecosystem health in Central Asia. Deputy Minister of Water

26.01.2026, 16:00

Economy

The largest investors in Kyrgyzstan have been named. Infographic

According to the latest data, from January to September 2025, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the economy of Kyrgyzstan increased to $885 million, which is an 18.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. These figures were provided by the National Statistical Committee. Of the total investment volume, $282.5 million came from CIS countries, while the remaining $602.4 million came from other countries. The distribution of the influx of funds is as follows:

26.01.2026, 15:57

Economy

When will the rise in prices for meat, butter, and flour stop? - Deputy

- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 26, 2026, Deputy Kamila Talieva raised the issue of the reasons for the increase in food prices in the country. She inquired about when the rise in prices for essential products such as meat, vegetable oil, and flour could be expected to stop.

26.01.2026, 15:56

Economy / Exclusive

Under the OSAGO policies, Kyrgyz citizens have received 256 million soms.

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan received 256 million soms in payments under compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (OSAGO), as reported by Marat Pirnazarov, the chairman of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, on the air of Birinchi Radio. He also noted that the majority of insurance payouts were related to voluntary types of insurance: for personal insurance, the payout amounted to 165 million soms, while for property insurance, it was 625 million soms. Within the

26.01.2026, 15:50