AZE.US Thousands of citizens applied for mortgage loans after Azerbaijan’s Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund opened new lending limits for 2026, triggering a surge in demand for housing. According to official figures, 9,019 applications were submitted for standard mortgage loans, while 4,369 applications were filed under the preferential mortgage program. However, only 2,165 applications were … Read more
AZE.US Potato prices have risen sharply across markets in Azerbaijan, with the cost of one kilogram reaching around 2 manats in some locations, roughly double the levels seen earlier this year. Just a week ago, potatoes were commonly sold for about 1 to 1.5 manats per kilogram, but traders say prices have climbed by 50–60 … Read more
AZE.US Prices for butter have been climbing in Azerbaijan in recent days, with increases reported both in supermarkets and local food markets. Retailers say the price changes are largely beyond the control of store chains, as suppliers and distributors have raised wholesale prices. According to sellers, some brands that were previously sold for around 23 … Read more
AZE.US Cases of fraud involving cars ordered from abroad are becoming increasingly common in Azerbaijan, with dozens of complaints reported over the past year. One victim said he was among 86 people who were allegedly deceived, paying nearly 19,000 manats for a vehicle that never arrived. According to him, neither the car nor the money … Read more
AZE.US Fish prices in Azerbaijan have risen sharply in recent weeks, with some popular species becoming significantly more expensive as supplies from Iran decline. Traders at fish markets in Baku say customer activity has slowed noticeably as prices climb. While fish used to be purchased by the kilogram, many buyers now opt for smaller quantities … Read more
AZE.US Sales at construction materials markets across Azerbaijan have slowed noticeably in recent weeks, as traders report weaker customer activity despite concerns about supply disruptions. Vendors say that for the past two to three weeks shipments of some materials have been irregular, particularly goods imported from Iran. Traders link the delays to the broader regional … Read more
AZE.US Global gold prices edged lower at the start of the Asian trading session after a recent surge fueled by escalating tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Despite the decline, gold remains at historically high levels, trading above $5,000 per ounce. The ongoing geopolitical uncertainty has continued to support demand for so-called safe-haven … Read more
AZE.US Car owners in Azerbaijan are being urged to exercise caution when purchasing auto parts, as some components may not be eligible for return or exchange once they have been sold. According to mechanics and consumer advocates, the issue most often arises with electronic automotive components, which many retailers refuse to accept back after installation … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan plans to accelerate the process of refunding value-added tax (VAT) to consumers through further automation of the “ƏDV-ni geri al” (“Get VAT back”) system used after retail purchases. Under the planned changes, information from next-generation cash registers will be transmitted automatically to the electronic platform that processes VAT refunds. This is expected to … Read more
AZE.US Reports of unusual dark rainfall and pollution following fires at oil facilities near Tehran have sparked questions among consumers in the region: are agricultural products from Iran – including vegetables, fruits, nuts and dried fruits – still safe to consume? The discussion began after videos and social media posts claimed that black or chemically … Read more