Uzbek banks report a 30.88% deposit increase in Q1 2026, boosting liquidity and creating new opportunities for startup funding and venture capital investment.
Octobank launches E9PAY-enabled transfers from South Korea to Uzbekistan’s HUMO cards, fostering fintech innovation and attracting VC interest in cross-border payments.
Uzbekistan's banking sector saw a 1.8 trillion UZS rise in problematic loans in Q1 2026, affecting credit availability for tech startups and the innovation ecosystem.
Uzbekistan accelerates Asakabank's privatization, reallocating assets and injecting capital to boost venture-backed startups and modernize its banking sector.
Leading Uzbek banks report strong Q1 2026 profits and asset growth, signaling expanding opportunities for venture capital and fintech innovation in the country.