Tajikistan’s industrial sector showed strong growth in the first half of 2025, largely fueled by the mining industry. Output in the extractive sector rose sharply, supported by higher production of oil, gas, coal, and metal ores, contributing significantly to nationwide industrial expansion.
Turkmenistan leads Central Asian countries in freight transport with Iran, accounting for nearly half of the regional volume. Cement and ceramics dominate the export structure, while the corridor strengthens its importance for South Asia–Europe connectivity.
At the end of June, the average interest rate on consumer loans issued via credit cards reached 25 percent, marking a two-point increase year-on-year, according to the Central Bank of Azerbaijan. Rates also rose across other categories, with non-bank credit institutions (NBCIs) offering the highest average rate at 35 percent.
Eni has released its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, showing steady growth in key performance metrics despite a few headwinds in specific business lines.
The new report reveals a surge in Turkmenistan’s freight exchanges with the EU and Iran in 2023, reflecting the country's growing role in regional logistics, especially in trade with Europe, Iran, and South Asia.