Economy

Credit without your knowledge: how scammers take out loans in your name

AZE.US Financial fraud cases involving unauthorized loans are becoming more frequent, with victims discovering debts and bank accounts opened in their names without consent. According to...

How Brokers Push Up Apartment Prices – And Why It Works

AZE.US Baku’s housing market continues to defy basic demand logic. Even as transaction volumes slow and affordability declines, asking prices remain elevated - and in...

Foreign Nationals Increase Property Purchases In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Foreign citizens have significantly increased their activity in Azerbaijan’s real estate market over the past five years, according to official data released by the...

Why Is Imported Mongolian Meat Cheaper Than Azerbaijani Beef?

AZE.US Imported Mongolian beef is gaining ground in Azerbaijan’s retail market due to lower prices, raising questions about production costs, logistics and competitive pressure on...

Apartment Size Discrepancies Raise Legal Questions in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Differences between contractually advertised and officially registered apartment sizes are prompting legal concerns among buyers in Azerbaijan, highlighting the importance of measurement standards and...

Buy or Rent in Baku? Investors and Expats Weigh Returns as Property Prices Rise

AZE.US Rising housing prices, steady rental growth and relatively high deposit rates are reshaping investment calculations in Azerbaijan’s capital, particularly for private investors and expatriates...

Hazardous Substance Found in Imported Palm Oil in Azerbaijan

AZE.US A hazardous substance has been detected in a batch of palm oil imported into Azerbaijan, according to information released following routine food safety monitoring. Authorities...

83% of Cars in Azerbaijan Are Over 10 Years Old – Why the Fleet Isn’t Getting Younger

AZE.US Despite steady growth in the number of vehicles on the road, Azerbaijan’s car fleet remains overwhelmingly old, according to official statistics. The total number of...

Online Trade Faces Tighter Regulation in Azerbaijan, Raising Price Concerns

AZE.US Debate is intensifying in Azerbaijan over possible tighter regulation of online commerce, with critics warning that additional controls could lead to higher consumer prices. The...

Nut Prices Rise in Azerbaijan as Export Demand and Weather Pressures Tighten Supply

AZE.US Retail prices for nuts and dried fruits in Azerbaijan have increased in recent months, reflecting a combination of stronger export demand, higher global prices...

Renting an Apartment: How to Avoid Hidden Safety Risks

AZE.US For many students and young professionals in Azerbaijan, renting an apartment often comes down to price and location. Proximity to universities or workplaces and...

If a Home Has Utilities, Why Is It “Illegal”? Economist Questions Approach to Unauthorized Housing in Baku

AZE.US An Azerbaijani economist has questioned the legal and administrative approach to so-called “unauthorized constructions” in Baku, arguing that the issue requires structural reform rather...

Online Retail Pressures Local Markets in Azerbaijan as Vendors Warn of Closures

AZE.US Traditional market vendors in Azerbaijan say the rapid expansion of cross-border online retail platforms is eroding their customer base and threatening the viability of...

Fruits Spoil, Middlemen Profit: What Is Happening in Azerbaijan’s Agricultural Market?

AZE.US Farmers report strong harvests but weak earnings, citing limited market access and multiple layers of intermediaries. Farmers in several regions of Azerbaijan say they are...

Which Jobs Artificial Intelligence Cannot Replace

AZE.US As automation reshapes labor markets worldwide, experts say professions built on empathy, ethical judgment and human responsibility remain resistant to full replacement. Artificial intelligence is...

Auto Parts Prices in Azerbaijan Rise by Up to 20%

AZE.US Higher import costs, currency pressure and global logistics disruptions are driving a broad increase in vehicle maintenance expenses across the country. Prices for automobile spare...

How Long Can a Probation Period Last in Azerbaijan?

AZE.US Employers in Azerbaijan commonly introduce probation periods when hiring new staff, using the trial phase to assess professional skills, job performance, and overall suitability...

Unexplained Transfers and Account Restrictions: What Is Happening With m10 by PashaPay

AZE.US A growing controversy around Azerbaijan’s electronic wallet m10, operated by PashaPay and backed by Kapital Bank, is raising broader questions about financial security, regulatory...

The More Azerbaijan Exports, the Higher Prices at Home?

AZE.US Azerbaijan is increasing exports of several agricultural products, yet domestic food prices remain elevated, highlighting a persistent imbalance between external demand and local affordability. Economist...

Silver Prices Surge in Azerbaijan as Investment Demand Shifts From Gold

AZE.US Silver prices in Azerbaijan have risen sharply over the past year, outpacing gains in gold and drawing increased attention from retail buyers and small-scale...

Water Tariff Increase Debate in Azerbaijan Highlights Broader Policy Concerns

AZE.US Discussion over a potential increase in water tariffs in Azerbaijan is drawing attention beyond коммунальные расходы, touching on wider questions of economic governance, pricing...

Azerbaijan’s Car Market Shifts From China to the United States

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s automobile import market is undergoing a rapid reorientation, with demand moving away from Chinese vehicles toward cars purchased at U.S. auctions. The shift follows...

Natural Food or Marketing Label? Trust in “Village Products” Fades in Azerbaijan

AZE.US The concept of “natural village products” is becoming increasingly difficult to verify in Azerbaijan as declining small-scale farming, weak certification mechanisms and growing consumer...

Azerbaijan Plans Fines for E-Cigarette Use in Public Places

AZE.US Azerbaijan is preparing to introduce administrative penalties for the use and circulation of electronic cigarettes, under draft amendments currently under discussion in parliament’s committee...

Dairy Prices In Azerbaijan: Which Products Have Risen Most?

AZE.US Shoppers report rising prices for everyday dairy staples like milk, cheese and yogurt. Vendors see stable pricing. Economists point to long-term inflationary trends, higher...

Azerbaijan’s Wheat and Butter Imports Signal Rising Dependence on External Supply

AZE.US Azerbaijan imported 129,933 tonnes of wheat in January, worth $28.87 million, marking a 50% increase in volume and a 54.4% rise in value compared...

Baku Rents Rise as Supply Shortage Deepens Housing Pressure

AZE.US Rental prices in Azerbaijan’s capital continue to climb amid strong demand and limited housing supply, making affordable accommodation increasingly difficult to secure for students...

Concerns Rise Over Potential Increase in Drug Prices in Azerbaijan

AZE.US Concerns are growing in Azerbaijan over a possible rise in pharmaceutical prices, including medications used in oncology treatment, amid broader inflationary pressure affecting...

Fires Expose Vulnerability Of Homeowners In Azerbaijan

AZE.US A recent apartment fire in the capital has renewed attention to how property damage is compensated and the role of insurance in covering losses. Experts...

Why Small Businesses Face Lighter Tax Burdens in Georgia Than in Azerbaijan, Economist Says

AZE.US Small businesses in Georgia operate under significantly lower tax obligations than in Azerbaijan, according to Azerbaijani economist Natig Jafarli, who pointed to differences in...

Dental Treatment Costs Remain High in Azerbaijan, Driven by Imports and Private Care

AZE.US Dental services in Azerbaijan continue to draw public concern over affordability, particularly for procedures such as implants, braces and root canal treatment that are...

Azerbaijan Offers Payments for Scrapping Old Cars, but Interest Remains Limited

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s vehicle scrappage programme allows owners to voluntarily surrender old or unusable cars in exchange for financial compensation, though overall participation remains modest. Drivers can...

Why Fish Prices Are Rising in Azerbaijan

Aze.US Fish prices in Azerbaijan have increased in recent months, with sellers and buyers reporting noticeable changes across several popular varieties. Depending on the species,...

Housing Prices in Azerbaijan to Keep Rising in 2026 Despite Slower Growth

Aze.US Housing prices in Azerbaijan are expected to continue rising in 2026, although at a slower pace than in previous years, according to projections by...

Tax Breaks End, Car Imports Slow as Baku Auto Market Enters Adjustment Phase

Aze.US Car imports into Azerbaijan have dropped sharply at the start of the year after tax and customs incentives expired, leaving the Baku customs terminal...

Illegal Parking Fees Reported in Baku on Sundays Despite Free-Parking Rules

Aze.US Drivers in Baku say they are still being asked to pay cash for parking on Sundays, even though street parking is officially free. Authorities...

Baku in Traffic: Would Odd–Even Driving Limits Really Reduce Congestion?

Aze.US As congestion worsens across Azerbaijan’s capital, debate is growing over whether strict vehicle-restriction models used in major world cities could work in Baku. International...

Rental Housing for 170 Manats – Where the Cheapest Options Are Found in Baku

Aze.US Low-cost rental units priced from around 170 manats remain available on the outskirts of Baku, but such housing typically offers minimal living conditions and...

Export Growth vs Domestic Access: Azerbaijan’s Caviar Market Faces a Structural Question

Aze.US Azerbaijan is preparing to expand black caviar exports to the European Union, even as the country increases imports of low-cost caviar substitutes-a contrast that...

Azerbaijan’s Tourist Profile Shifts as Youth and Seniors Rise While Key Markets Diverge

Aze.US Azerbaijan received 1.80 million foreign visitors for tourism in 2025, a modest 2.7% decline from a year earlier.. Behind the near-stable headline figure, however, the...

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