September 22, 2026
Taraz pipeline company boosts profit to 1.14 billion tenge
Gas Energy Construction of Taraz posted a 2025 net profit of 1.14 billion tenge, up from 37.9 million a year earlier, as revenue rose to 6.8 billion tenge.
September 22, 2026
Chevrolet Cobalt costs more in Kazakhstan than in Uzbekistan, while crossovers are cheaper
The Chevrolet Cobalt in Kazakhstan starts at 6.5 million tenge — 10% more than in Uzbekistan — while the Tucson, Sportage and Chinese models are cheaper to buy in Kazakhstan.
September 22, 2026
WhatsApp to charge for business messages in Kazakhstan starting October 1
From October 1, WhatsApp will charge for business messages in Kazakhstan: about 8 tenge per message, 1,000 free per month, with customers paying nothing.
September 22, 2026
Average salary in Astana half that of Moscow, EEC data show
The average salary in Astana in the first half of 2026 was $1,300, compared with $2,600 in Moscow. EEC data for the EAEU capitals: Minsk, Bishkek, Yerevan.
September 22, 2026
How to save $566,000 for retirement: an investment expert's advice
Financial consultant Ali Amanbayev explains how investing $400 a month for 10 years can grow to $566,000 by retirement through compound interest.
September 22, 2026
National Bank of Kazakhstan erodes pension savings as inflation outpaces returns
Private pension managers in Kazakhstan beat 6.37% inflation over eight months of 2026, while the National Bank's savings fell 2.17% in real terms.
September 22, 2026
Bitcoin Tops $85,000 for First Time Since January 2026
Bitcoin reached $86,000 on September 22, 2026, surpassing $85,000 for the first time since January 27. Analysts link the rise to Strategy purchases and U.S. regulatory decisions.
September 22, 2026
Average ENPF payout reaches 39,008 tenge as savings hit 28.47 trillion
The average monthly ENPF payout for January–August 2026 was 39,008 tenge. Pension savings reached 28.47 trillion tenge, with 19.01 million accounts opened.
September 22, 2026
Pipeline Builder AP-Impex Returns to Profit, Pays 363.8 Million Tenge in Dividends
AP-Impex posted a 350.5 million tenge profit in 2025 after a 2024 loss, paid 363.8 million tenge in dividends as revenue fell to 8.9 billion tenge.
September 22, 2026
Kazakhstan pension returns beat inflation in August
Private UAPF managers beat inflation in August: IPM returns reached 17.05% over the year, while MEPC assets managed by the National Bank hit 18.65%.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan to Introduce Mandatory Home Insurance from 2030
From 2030, Kazakhstan plans to introduce mandatory home insurance against earthquakes, floods, and fires. Almaty, Shymkent, and Zhambyl Region will be first.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan drops state price controls on 1,200 more medicines
Kazakhstan has removed more than 1,200 medicines from its regulated price list, cutting the total from 3,039 to 1,827 as the Health Ministry eyes more competition.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan Nears US and UK in Cashless Payment Share
Cash accounted for 12% of consumer payments in Kazakhstan, nearly matching the US and UK. QR payments doubled, with turnover reaching $17 billion.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan's marketplaces paid over $400 million in taxes in 2025
Kazakhstan's marketplaces paid over $400 million in taxes in 2025, with Kaspi.kz alone contributing $266 million — more than all other players combined.
September 21, 2026
Wealth of Kazakhstan's richest grows by $37bn over 15 years
Over 15 years, the wealth of Kazakhstan's richest people on the Forbes Kazakhstan list has grown by $37bn to $60.8bn, led by Vyacheslav Kim, the Kulibayevs and Utemuratov.
September 21, 2026
ForteBank swaps buyer for ForteLeasing, pushes deal closing to 2027
ForteBank replaces ForteLeasing buyer: 100% of shares for 16.59 billion tenge, a 1.109 billion tenge loss, and the deal closing pushed to mid-2027.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan's Bank Profits Fall by 254 Billion Tenge in Eight Months
Kazakhstan's banks earned 1.61 trillion tenge in net profit in January–August 2026, down 13.6% year-on-year. Interest expenses rose 30.7%.
September 21, 2026
Kazakhstan's CPC Blend Crude Tops Brent: Where the Revenue Goes
Kazakhstan's CPC Blend crude trades at $120.17 per barrel, above Brent. Where export revenue goes and how non-commodity exports are growing.
September 20, 2026
Used Car Prices in Almaty Stabilize in September
In September 2026, used car prices in Almaty stabilized. Car buyer Vladislav Zhukov revealed how much Toyota, Lexus, and Chinese models cost.
September 20, 2026
Ford, GM and Stellantis Oppose Chinese Automaker Plants in US
Ford, GM and Stellantis, through the AAPC, opposed allowing Chinese auto plants in the US, citing unfair competition, state support from China and a forecast of 30% global market share by 2030.
September 19, 2026
Volkswagen Takes $11.5 Billion Hit from Chinese Rivals and Porsche Woes
Volkswagen announced €10 billion in write-downs due to Porsche troubles and competition from Chinese automakers. The company will cut 50,000 jobs.
September 18, 2026
Kazakhstan Proposes Cutting Cigarette Labeling Fee to 2.66 Tenge
Kazakhstan's Finance Ministry has proposed cutting the tobacco labeling fee from 2.68 to 2.66 tenge, with public discussion open until October 5, 2026.
September 18, 2026
Freedom Finance to List 8.5% Dollar Bonds on AIX
Freedom Finance SPC will list three-year dollar bonds on AIX at 8.5% with a $100 face value. The issue totals $500 million, with placement on September 21.
September 18, 2026
Uzbekistan Prepares Tender for Sale of 99.7% of UzAuto Motors
Uzbekistan is preparing an international tender to sell 99.7% of UzAuto Motors and 100% of UzAuto Motors Powertrain. The plant's market share has fallen to 76.7%.
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