Armenia and IMF discuss a new standby arrangement

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Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deputy Managing Director Marnix von Rey noted the importance of approving a new standby arrangement with the IMF and its full implementation.

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AI will be integrated into virtually all capital market processes in Armenia – expert

Capital market
In Armenia, AI will be integrated into virtually all processes in one way or another, and where to begin depends on the specific objectives and current priorities of financial institutions, according to Arman Aleksanyan, co-founder and CEO of Eleveight AI.

Cryptoasset regulation in Armenia is quite conservative, and the market lacks a unified goal – Eleveight AI co-founder

Crypto
Cryptoasset regulation in Armenia can be characterized as quite conservative, and some market participants believe this could hinder the industry's development, noted Arman Aleksanyan, co-founder and CEO of Eleveight AI.

Euro continued to rise against the Armenian dram, while dollar and ruble weakened again: Central Bank of Armenia

Exchange market
The average market exchange rate for the US dollar to the Armenian dram, formed on the Armenian foreign exchange market as of March 18, 2026, fell by 0.07 points compared to March 17, to 377.39 drams.
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EDB: Cross-border remittance inflow to Armenia increased to $5.9 billion in 2025, net inflow by 8.6%

Cross-border remittance inflow to Armenia increased by 2.4% year-on-year in 2025, reaching $5.9 billion, according to the Eurasian Development Bank's March macroeconomic review.

Central Bank of Armenia may switch to hawkish rhetoric and raise rate – Freedom Broker Armenia (EXCLUSIVE)

The likelihood of the Central Bank of Armenia switching to tougher monetary rhetoric and potentially raising the rate in the short term may increase, Rafael Mkrtchyan, Head of Corporate Finance at Freedom Broker Armenia, told ARKA news agency.

In January, commercial bank deposits in Armenia decreased by 0.3%, while lending expanded by 1.1% – WB

In January 2026, commercial bank deposits in Armenia decreased by 0.3% (MoM), while loans grew by 1.1% (MoM), according to the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – March 2026."

Central Bank of Armenia and banks are ready to tighten mechanisms to combat telephone fraud – Galstyan

The Central Bank of Armenia, together with banks, is ready to introduce stricter mechanisms to prevent telephone fraud, stated regulator head Martin Galstyan, responding to a question from the ARKA news agency.

Economy

Armenia and IMF discuss a new standby arrangement

Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deputy Managing Director Marnix von Rey noted the importance of approving a new standby arrangement with the IMF and its full implementation.

Armenia has introduced a new model for assessing public debt sustainability

Armenia has introduced a new model for assessing public debt sustainability, while maintaining the previous ones.

Armenia’s gross reserves rose to $5.5 billion in February, providing 4.1 months of import coverage – WB

Gross reserves in Armenia increased, reaching $5.5 billion at the end of February, equivalent to 4.1 months of import coverage, according to the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – March 2026."

Capital market

AI will be integrated into virtually all capital market processes in Armenia – expert

In Armenia, AI will be integrated into virtually all processes in one way or another, and where to begin depends on the specific objectives and current priorities of financial institutions, according to Arman Aleksanyan, co-founder and CEO of Eleveight AI.

“Kamurj” UCO CJSC bonds worth 1 billion drams listed on AMX

"Kamurj" UCO CJSC bonds have been listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange (AMX), the exchange's press service reported.

Central Bank to Strictly Monitor Disclosure of Bond Issues – Galstyan

Central Bank of Armenia Governor Martin Galstyan stated the need to closely monitor issuers' disclosures when issuing bonds.

Crypto

Cryptoasset regulation in Armenia is quite conservative, and the market lacks a unified goal – Eleveight AI co-founder

Cryptoasset regulation in Armenia can be characterized as quite conservative, and some market participants believe this could hinder the industry's development, noted Arman Aleksanyan, co-founder and CEO of Eleveight AI.

Tokenization among the priorities of the Central Bank of Armenia’s digital asset strategy

Martin Galstyan, Governor of the Central Bank of Armenia, responded to a question from the ARKA news agency about whether the regulator is considering drafting a law on tokenization.

Central Bank of Armenia responded to criticism regarding the Law “On Cryptoassets” and announced meetings with crypto market participants

Martin Galstyan, Governor of the Central Bank of Armenia, commented on the criticism voiced by crypto market participants regarding the Law "On Cryptoassets."

Interview

Armenian capital market needs not only technology, but also a mature regulatory and infrastructural environment – ​​NABIX founder

The digital infrastructure of the Armenian capital market has made significant progress in recent years, but the market still lacks a more robust regulatory and technological framework for the full development of new financial instruments.

“2026 will be a breakthrough year”: Freedom Broker Armenia Director on the future of Armenia’s capital market

The capital market of Armenia is undergoing a significant transformation: there is an increasing interest in bonds, foreign investors are becoming more engaged, and there is a rising demand for new financial instruments, ranging from IPOs to digital assets

How to Invest in Long-Term Investments Without Mistakes: What a Beginning Investor in Armenia Needs to Know

Interest in financial markets is growing in Armenia, and more and more people are thinking about how to build long-term capital. Many don't know where to start or how to avoid mistakes.
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