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Net inflow of remittances to Armenia from abroad doubled over 8 months

The net inflow of cross-border remittances to individuals in Armenia, received from abroad via the banking system of the Republic of Armenia, totaled $1.8 billion in January–August 2026, compared to $889.3 million in January–August 2025, according to a report by the republic's Central Bank.

Pensions, benefits, and cashback: Armenian government allocates 40.8 billion drams for these purposes

At its meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government decided to allocate 40.8 billion drams to fund pension and social payments for the fourth quarter of 2026.

Donate Blood, Save Lives: Idram&IDBank

To support the replenishment of necessary blood supplies and promote a culture of blood donation, Idram and IDBank have joined the voluntary blood donation initiative organized by the Yeolyan Hematology and Oncology Center.       

Armenia’s public debt to remain below 50% of GDP in the medium term – Finance Ministry

Armenia’s public debt will remain below 50% of GDP in the medium term, stated the Republic’s Minister of Finance, Vahe Hovhannisyan.

Unibank has issued perpetual bonds with an annual coupon yield of 13.2%

Unibank announces a new issue of perpetual bonds denominated in AMD. The total issue volume is AMD 3 billion, with the placement scheduled to continue until 4 December 2026.

US dollar and ruble exchange rates against the Armenian dram rose, while the euro rate fell – Central Bank of Armenia data

The average market exchange rate of the US dollar against the Armenian dram in Armenia's currency market rose by 0.18 points on October 7 compared to October 6, reaching 362.32 drams.

Unibank’s AMD 6.9 billion Perpetual Bonds Listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange

Unibank’s AMD-denominated perpetual bonds with a total nominal volume of AMD 6.9 billion have been listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange and included in the secondary Bbond list of bonds.

Market capitalization in September totaled AMD 352.4 billion – Armenia Securities Exchange

Equity market capitalization in September 2026 stood at approximately AMD 352.4 billion, the press service of the Armenia Securities Exchange (AMX) reported.

Armenia targets 6% annual GDP growth – Prime Minister

The Armenian government aims to ensure an average annual economic growth rate of 6% over the next five years, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated.

Armenia and World Bank Discuss Priorities for Tax and Customs Administration Reform

Priorities for the next phase of tax and customs administration reform in Armenia were discussed during a meeting between Eduard Hakobyan, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee (SRC) of Armenia, Fabrizio Zarcone, Head of the World Bank Office in Yerevan, and Alexandra Cole, the UK Ambassador to Armenia.

Unibank Supported AGBU Global Run as Lead Sponsor Across 22 Cities Worldwide

The AGBU Global Run for Camp Nairi brought together more than 1,500 participants across 22 cities and raised $500,000 to support children and families affected by war and displacement.

Exchange rates of the euro, ruble, and dollar against the Armenian dram continued to decline – Central Bank of Armenia data

The average market exchange rate of the US dollar against the Armenian dram, established on Armenia's currency market, fell by 0.74 points on October 5 compared to October 2, settling at 361.81 drams.

4.3% inflation recorded in Armenia in September

Armenia’s Statistical Committee reports that 12-month inflation in the country's consumer market stood at 4.3% in September of this year.

Armenia and the French Development Agency Discuss New Areas of Cooperation

Armenia and the French Development Agency (AFD) are discussing future cooperation in the areas of irrigation infrastructure and agriculture, energy, solid waste management, and private sector development, the press service of the Armenian government reports.

Armbanks Weekly Digest: Key Events in Armenia’s Financial Market (September 28 – October 4)

The week's financial agenda combined discussions on reforms with the IMF, supervisory measures by the Central Bank of Armenia (CBA), and preparations for budget financing. The banking and corporate segments of the capital market saw the completion of bond placements.

Exchange rates of the euro, ruble, and dollar against the Armenian dram have fallen – Central Bank of Armenia data

The average market exchange rate of the US dollar against the Armenian dram, established on Armenia's currency market, fell by 0.27 points on October 2 compared to October 1, settling at 362.55 drams.

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