AZE.US Prices for nuts and dried fruits have risen sharply in Azerbaijan ahead of the holiday season, while demand remains relatively weak, according to vendors in local markets. Sellers say several popular products have become significantly more expensive in recent weeks, with some items nearly doubling in price. Pistachios lead price surge Pistachios are currently … Read more
AZE.US Thousands of apartment owners in newly built residential complexes in Baku are still unable to obtain official property ownership documents, commonly known as a “kupcha,” as construction issues and incomplete infrastructure continue to delay the legal registration of buildings. Residents of a building located on Shirin Mirzayev Street say the construction company has failed … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s tourism sector saw a decline in 2025, reflected in falling revenues for hotels and other accommodation facilities. According to official data, total revenue generated by hotels and hotel-type establishments reached 653.04 million manats in 2025. This marks a decrease of 41.12 million manats, or 5.92%, compared with 694.16 million manats recorded in 2024. … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijani legislation generally requires employers to pay salaries through non-cash transactions, but the law allows several exceptions in which wages may still be paid in cash. Under the provisions of the Tax Code of Azerbaijan, employers who violate the rules on cashless payments and pay salaries in cash without legal grounds can face financial … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijani customs authorities say shipments containing weight-loss products, medicines and dietary supplements ordered from abroad are increasingly being detained after inspections revealed the presence of restricted substances. The warning was issued by the State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan, which said many of the items are purchased online through foreign marketplaces and social media platforms. … Read more
AZE.US Gold prices in Azerbaijan have been rising in recent weeks, while demand in the country’s jewelry market has noticeably slowed, according to local traders. Sellers say price fluctuations have become more frequent, with changes sometimes occurring daily as global gold prices shift. “If before prices could stay stable for weeks, now they can change … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s automobile market is experiencing a slowdown, particularly in the segment of Chinese-made electric and hybrid vehicles, many of which remain unsold months after arriving in the country. Dealers say a large number of these cars were imported in October and November 2025, after it became known that value-added tax (VAT) would again be … Read more
AZE.US Demand for flowers is increasing in Baku ahead of the spring holiday season, pushing prices higher, particularly for imported varieties such as orchids and roses. Flower prices in Baku have risen ahead of the upcoming spring holidays as demand grows across the city’s markets, flower shops and greenhouses. Vendors say the seasonal surge in … Read more
AZE.US Several food products have become more expensive in Azerbaijan ahead of the holiday season, with nuts and some vegetables showing the most noticeable price increases in local markets. Prices for several food products in Azerbaijan have increased ahead of the upcoming holiday season, according to vendors and shoppers at local markets. Traders say the … Read more
AZE.US Traditional Azerbaijani dishes such as plov, dolma and piti are becoming increasingly expensive in restaurants. Rising food costs, labor-intensive preparation and higher operating expenses are pushing menu prices upward. Traditional Azerbaijani dishes are becoming noticeably more expensive in restaurants across the country, as rising ingredient costs and operational expenses push menu prices higher. Classic … Read more