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Expressbank first credit no commission offer
Expressbank offers commission-free credit for first-time borrowers. Up to 70,000 AZN, 59 months, grace period and interest discounts.
Bank manager swaps $45k with play money in S. Korea
South Korea bank manager steals $45,000, swaps with play money. Incident resolved internally.
Updated 100 manat banknote enters circulation
The updated 100 manat banknote enters circulation July 15. Central Bank continues anti-counterfeiting measures.
Traffic jam in Baku: 17 locations
Full list of congested streets in Baku: 17 locations. Traffic jam information from NIIM.
Turkey seeks to join SEPA
Turkey has expressed interest in joining SEPA, the Single Euro Payments Area, to facilitate cross-border payments and boost trade and investment with the EU.
Driver Sets Store on Fire After Being Fired in Baku
Driver sets store on fire after being fired in Baku: theft and arson case leads to 4-year prison sentence.
XalqKart interest-bearing balance limit increased to 20,000 AZN
XalqKart interest-bearing balance limit raised: 7% annual return on balances between 300-20,000 AZN. Free cards, bonuses, and cashback.
Birbank expands sign language services to branches
Birbank expands sign language services to branches for customers with hearing and speech impairments. A step forward in inclusive banking.
Sahil Babayev: BSTDB Plans to Finance SMEs
Finance Minister Sahil Babayev announced that the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank plans to finance small and medium-sized enterprises.
BSTDB to Finance Which Sectors in Azerbaijan?
BSTDB reveals sectors for financing in Azerbaijan: aviation, solar energy, logistics, tourism, education.
Sahil Babayev: 31 new projects worth €668 million approved
Finance Minister Sahil Babayev announced that 31 new projects worth over €668 million were approved last year, an 81% increase from the previous year.
BSTDB President Thanks Azerbaijan Government
BSTDB President Serhat Köksal thanked the Azerbaijani government at the Baku meeting for the reliable partnership.
Baku hosts 28th BSTDB Board Meeting
Baku hosts the 28th BSTDB Board Meeting and Business Forum. Discussions focus on economic development, regional cooperation, and Azerbaijan's role as a hub.
World Bank drops climate target under US pressure
World Bank drops climate target of 45% financing for climate projects under US pressure. Read more on Bond.az.
Global Billionaire Count Hits Record: 3,302
Global billionaire count hits record 3,302. UBS report shows US, China, and India lead. Total wealth up 25%.
Number of Millionaires Rises Globally
In 2025, the number of millionaires worldwide increased. According to UBS report, growth was seen in the US and Europe.
Dollar's role in global reserves declines
Global central banks plan to reduce dollar's share in reserves due to political risks and shift to multipolar financial system.
World Bank allocates $410M for Baku ecology
World Bank allocates $410 million for Baku's environmental improvement. Project covers waste, lakes, and institutional capacity.
SIMA KYC in Rabitabank mobile app
SIMA KYC digital solution integrated into Rabitabank mobile app. Customers can now verify identity and access services without visiting a bank.
New credit rules: remote registration and waiting period
The Central Bank has amended credit rules: restrictions on remote loan registration and a waiting period are introduced.
Edgar Abdullayev: Fintechs Are Banks' Innovation Partners
Azerbaijan Fintech Association Chairman Edgar Abdullayev highlights that fintechs are innovation partners, not competitors, of banks.
50-55 thousand apartments can be documented immediately
Undocumented houses problem: 50-55 thousand apartments can be documented immediately. MP proposes amnesty, experts explain solutions.
Bank system tech issues shake public trust
Bank system tech issues shake public trust. Tuition fees, youth mindset, and Novkhany beach restrictions discussed.
5 tips to consider before taking a loan
5 tips to consider before taking a loan - expert advice to avoid non-performing loans and financial trouble.
Agsu River Overflow in Shamakhi: Roads Closed
Agsu River flooding in Shamakhi blocks roads and paralyzes traffic after heavy rains.
Azerbaijani manat circulation rate drops
Azerbaijani manat circulation rate drops to 2.96 points as of June 1, down 0.4 points year-on-year.
Army's 108th Anniversary: Military Marches in Baku
Azerbaijani Army celebrates 108th anniversary with military marches in Baku. Routes and event details.
Illegal fence case opened against Poroshenko
Former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko is under criminal investigation for building an illegal fence that blocks river access in Kozyn village.
NATO bank proposal: Canada and Luxembourg step forward
Canada and Luxembourg propose creating a NATO bank to strengthen defense financing. The plan will be discussed at the July NATO summit.
Bir ecosystem announces Spark winners
Bir ecosystem announces winners of Spark Student Innovation Program. Teams KendYol, AEVIC Esports, and Booker awarded.
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