AZE.US Credit has become a routine part of social and economic life in Azerbaijan, whether for business, household needs or personal financial pressure. Yet many borrowers still sign loan agreements without closely reading every clause, even though the fine print often determines what happens in the most important situations. One of those situations is early … Read more
AZE.US For years, most car buyers in Azerbaijan looked at the same things first: engine condition, mileage, suspension, fuel use and bodywork. That logic still matters in Baku and across the wider Azerbaijan car market, but it is no longer enough for many newer vehicles. Modern cars are increasingly built around software. They are no … Read more
AZE.US The puppy market in Baku is operating with striking price gaps, with listings ranging from as little as 50 manats to as much as 3,500 manats, underscoring how loosely structured the trade remains and how heavily prices depend on seller claims rather than any clear market standard. At the bottom end of the market, … Read more
AZE.US The market for newly built apartments in areas around the Ganjlik and Narimanov metro stations has shifted to a new price level, with even unfinished two-room units no longer considered an affordable entry point. A review of current listings shows that most “shell-and-core” apartments – sold without renovation – are priced between 200,000 and … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s car market is bracing for potential disruptions as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East begin to affect key logistics routes, particularly those running through Gulf hubs such as Dubai. Industry experts say the first visible impact is already being felt in delivery timelines. Vehicles imported via Gulf transit points are facing delays, with … Read more
AZE.US The average price of smartphones imported into Azerbaijan has more than doubled over the past year, reflecting a sharp shift in consumer demand and market structure. In January 2026, Azerbaijan imported 69,507 smartphones worth a total of $34.86 million. That marks a 35.4% increase in volume compared to the same period last year, according … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan has launched its first major battery energy storage center, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to modernize its power system and prepare for a larger share of renewable energy. President Ilham Aliyev attended the opening of the “Absheron” Battery Energy Storage Center built by AzerEnerji. According to official information presented during … Read more
AZE.US A new online scam is gaining traction in Azerbaijan, with fraudsters using social media livestreams to lure people into fake prize draws that promise large cash winnings. The scheme is designed to look convincing. Viewers are told they can win substantial amounts of money by sending relatively small payments, usually ranging from 60 to … Read more
AZE.US In Azerbaijan, many people still live in apartments and private houses that do not have formal ownership documents. As demolition plans continue in some parts of Baku, one question keeps coming up for residents: if such homes are torn down, will the people living there receive compensation? The answer is not always straightforward. The … Read more
AZE.US Rental prices in Baku have surged over the past year, with tenants now paying hundreds of manats more for apartments that were noticeably cheaper just a year ago. According to market participants, the increase has affected nearly every segment of the rental market. Realtors say a one-room apartment that rented for around 300 manats … Read more