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 consumer goods and daily living costs. Reports from pharmacies indicate that prices for certain medicines have already begun to shift in recent weeks. Any sustained increase in oncology drug costs could … Read more
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 say the primary protection against financial loss is property insurance. If a home is uninsured, owners typically must bear restoration costs themselves. Mandatory insurance usually covers structural elements and … Read more
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 turnover thresholds and value-added tax (VAT) rules. In comments posted on Facebook, Jafarli said Georgian businesses with annual turnover of up to 300,000 lari pay no tax, while those with … Read more
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 not covered by mandatory health insurance. Prices vary widely depending on clinic type and location. In private clinics, fillings typically cost 70-100 manats, while state facilities may offer the same … Read more
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 receive a voucher worth about 1,500 manats or a one-time payment of roughly 1,050 manats, depending on the vehicle category. The process requires deregistration of the car, online appointment … Read more
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, retail prices have risen by roughly 1 to 2 manats per kilogram compared with last year. Market vendors attribute the increase largely to higher transportation costs affecting imported fish. Azerbaijan … Read more
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 S&P Global Ratings and local market analysts. Inflation-adjusted residential property prices are forecast to increase by around 5% to 6% this year. That compares with a significantly stronger rise in … Read more
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 largely empty following a surge in deliveries late in 2025. Economists say the slowdown was expected. Businesses and private buyers accelerated purchases ahead of the incentives’ expiration, pushing vehicle imports … Read more
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 state that such collections are unlawful and subject to fines. Motorists in several areas of Baku report continued demands for cash payments at street-side parking spaces on Sundays, when parking … Read more
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 experience suggests such measures can bring quick relief, but rarely solve the problem on their own. Traffic congestion in Baku has shifted from an occasional inconvenience to a defining feature … Read more