Daily Archives: Apr 18, 2026

Central Bank of Armenia should be prepared to raise refinancing rate – IMF

The Central Bank of Armenia should be prepared to raise the refinancing rate as needed to return inflation to the target level amid rising inflationary pressures and heightened uncertainty, stated Alexander Timan, head of the IMF mission to Armenia.

Net remittance inflow to Armenia from abroad increased approximately 3.5-fold in two months

The net inflow of non-commercial money transfers to Armenia, from abroad through the Armenian banks amounted to $303 million in January-February 2026, compared to $87.5 million in January-February 2025, according to a report from the Central Bank.

ADB considers Armenia’s capital market development key to long-term financing, investment, and sustainable growth

Developing Armenia's capital market is considered key to increasing the availability of long-term financing and supporting investment, economic diversification, and sustainable growth, according to the ADB's Asian Development Outlook (April 2026).

ADB expects inflation in Armenia to accelerate to 3.8% in 2026, despite slower growth

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) expects inflation in Armenia to accelerate in 2026, despite slower growth.