Economy

Baku’s Khrushchyovkas Are Turning Into An Investment Asset

AZE.US Apartments in Baku’s aging Soviet-era khrushchyovka blocks are increasingly being viewed not simply as old housing, but as a speculative real estate play tied...

Splashed A Pedestrian From A Puddle? That Can Cost Drivers 40 Manats In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Drivers in Azerbaijan who intentionally splash pedestrians with water or mud during rainy weather can face a 40-manat fine, according to traffic police. The issue...

How Azerbaijan Calculates Pensions For Children Who Have Lost Both Parents

AZE.US The issue of pension support for children who have lost both parents is back in focus in Azerbaijan, as lawmakers and experts debate whether...

Improper Battery Use Can Lead to EV Failure and Even Fire

AZE.US Specialists in Azerbaijan are warning that electric vehicle batteries can fail much faster when owners ignore charging rules, interfere with cooling systems or make...

Baku Is Flooding Not Because of Rain, but Because Urban Infrastructure Has Failed

AZE.US More rainfall should be good news for Azerbaijan as water stress grows globally. But in Baku, rain increasingly turns into flooding, traffic paralysis and...

Nearly Half Of Consumer Spending In Azerbaijan Goes To Food

AZE.US Nearly half of consumer spending in Azerbaijan went to food products in January-February 2026, highlighting the continued pressure of basic living costs on household...

Mass Bee Deaths Reported In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Azerbaijan is seeing mass bee losses, with beekeepers in the country’s north warning that entire colonies are being wiped out and that the problem...

Property Prices In These Parts Of Baku Could Rise Another 25%

AZE.US Buying an apartment in Baku is becoming increasingly difficult for many families, as prices in the capital continue to rise and push some buyers...

If You Repay A Loan Early, Does The Bank Have To Return Anything?

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...

Why Buyers In Baku Should Ask About Software, Not Just The Engine

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...

Baku Puppy Market Runs From 50 To 3,500 Manats As Price Gaps Expose A Wildly Uneven Trade

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...

Two-Room Apartments Near Metro Start From 200,000 Manats Even Without Renovation: Market Snapshot in Ganjlik and Narimanov

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...

Car Market Faces Disruptions: Delays and Price Pressures Expected

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...

Phones in Azerbaijan Double in Price as Import Costs Surge

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...

In Azerbaijan, First Major Battery Energy Storage Center Opens

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...

Fake Prize Draws Promising Big Winnings Are Spreading In Azerbaijan

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...

Compensation For Demolished Homes Without Documents: Will Residents Be Paid?

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...

Housing Rents In Baku Have Risen By Hundreds Of Manats In A Year

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...

Mopeds Without Customs Declarations In Azerbaijan Cannot Get License Plates

AZE.US In Azerbaijan, moped owners who do not have customs declarations are finding themselves unable to obtain state registration plates, creating a growing problem for...

Green Alycha In Azerbaijan Hits 200 Manats Per Kilogram

AZE.US Green alycha has soared in price in Azerbaijan, with sellers in local markets offering the early-season fruit for as much as 200 manats per...

Meat Prices Fall In Some Regions Of Azerbaijan

AZE.US Meat prices have fallen in some regions of Azerbaijan, even as other districts continue to report higher costs after the holiday period, highlighting the...

Used Hybrids Surge In Price In Azerbaijan As Market Rebounds

AZE.US Used hybrid cars are becoming significantly more expensive in Azerbaijan, with some older Japanese models posting price increases of 60% to 70% after last...

Bridal Beauty Packages In Azerbaijan Get More Expensive

AZE.US Bridal beauty preparation in Azerbaijan has become more expensive in recent months, as salons report higher costs for wedding-day services for brides. According to beauty...

Aliyev Attends Opening Of Shirvan Agro Livestock Complex In Shamakhi

AZE.US President Ilham Aliyev on March 23 attended the opening of the Shirvan Agro livestock complex in Azerbaijan’s Shamakhi district. The new facility is designed for...

Domestic Tourism Gains Momentum In Azerbaijan During Novruz Break

AZE.US Domestic tourism has gained momentum in Azerbaijan during the extended Novruz and Ramadan holiday period, with more residents choosing to travel to regional destinations...

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