Apartments From 435 Manats Per Square Meter: Ministry Announces Sale

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population has announced the sale of new apartments that can be purchased through mortgage financing. According to the ministry, the apartments are located in newly built residential complexes in Baku, as well as in the Absheron and Samukh districts. All apartments offered for sale have … Read more

How Much Do Products Cost Ahead of Novruz? Latest Prices at Markets

AZE.US With the Novruz holiday approaching, markets in Azerbaijan are becoming increasingly crowded as people purchase ingredients for traditional festive dishes. According to vendors, prices for most products typically used for the holiday table have remained relatively stable, although some items have seen noticeable increases. One of the main exceptions is hazelnuts, which have become … Read more

Expensive Oil Does Not Necessarily Make Azerbaijan Richer

AZE.US Rising global oil prices do not automatically make Azerbaijan wealthier, according to economist and REAL party chairman Natig Jafarli. Writing on Facebook, Jafarli said that over the past two weeks he has frequently been asked whether higher oil prices could allow the government to increase social spending. He acknowledged that when oil becomes more … Read more

Apartments In Older Buildings Are Rising In Price In Baku

AZE.US Prices for apartments in older residential buildings across Baku are steadily rising, narrowing the gap with new construction projects in the city. Previously considered a more affordable segment of the housing market, apartments in Soviet-era and other older buildings are now approaching the price levels of newer developments in several districts of the Azerbaijani … Read more

Thousands of Taxi Drivers Fail New Exam in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Thousands of taxi drivers in Azerbaijan have failed a mandatory certification exam, raising questions about whether the capital could face a shortage of taxis. According to the State Examination Center, 40,372 candidates have taken the test for taxi drivers so far. Of those, 32,562 passed, while 7,810 failed. The exam includes 20 questions covering … Read more

Why Fish Prices Are Rising In Baku Ahead Of Novruz

AZE.US Fish prices at markets in Baku have increased in recent days as demand rises ahead of the Novruz holiday, when fish is traditionally included in festive meals. One of the most noticeable price jumps has been for kutum, a popular fish often served during the holiday season. The price for one kilogram has risen … Read more

How Much Does A Holiday In Azerbaijan’s Regions Cost? – PRICES

AZE.US With the Novruz holiday approaching, many residents of Azerbaijan have already begun planning short trips during the upcoming long break. Travel agencies say demand for regional tourism traditionally rises ahead of the spring holiday, as families look to spend a few days outside the capital. Industry representatives note that interest in domestic travel is … Read more

War In Iran Could Push Up Housing Prices In Baku

AZE.US Rising global oil prices triggered by escalating tensions around Iran could have an unexpected side effect in Azerbaijan: higher real estate prices in Baku. Energy markets have reacted quickly to the growing instability in the Middle East. Traders have begun factoring geopolitical risk into oil prices, pushing Brent crude higher as investors worry about … Read more