YEREVAN, October 13. /ARKA/. The World Bank Group mobilized $342 million in private capital in Armenia during the 2026 fiscal year—a 56-fold increase compared to the $6 million recorded in the 2022 fiscal year, the World Bank’s Armenia office reported.
This significant growth highlights the increasing role of private investment in fostering Armenia’s development and economic transformation.
“Armenia holds great potential for attracting private investment, particularly in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, sustainable finance, digital transformation, and others. These investments can help build a more competitive and resilient economy,” the statement read.
A key objective of the World Bank Group’s current partnership strategy with Armenia is to increase private sector investment, including through public-private partnerships, sustainable finance, digital transformation, and enhanced connectivity.
In the 2026 fiscal year, the World Bank Group mobilized a record $112 billion in private capital for developing countries. This marks the highest annual figure in the organization’s history and represents a significant increase from the $35 billion mobilized in the 2022 fiscal year.
