ArmInfo.  The net flow of total foreign investment into the real sector of Armenia's economy decreased threefold in January-September 2025 compared to the same  period in 2024. It dropped from a positive $246 million (95.2 billion  drams) to a negative $221 million (84.5 billion drams).

ArmInfo. In 2026, all of the Ministry of Economy's priorities will be aligned with the  peace agenda, as stated by  Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan during  a working meeting to assess the past year's results and set program  priorities for the upcoming period.

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ArmInfo. Geopolitical tensions remain a significant downside risk for ECA, with risk and uncertainty remaining elevated and exceeding pre-invasion levels. 

ArmInfo.  Armenia desires to become a full member of the European Union and will remain in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) until compatibility issues arise.  Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated this on January 14 on  the sidelines of the 15th Security Forum "Armenia and the World at  the Crossroads of Risks and Opportunities."

ArmInfo. The Armenian government prioritizes competitive procedures for the implementation of various programs. This was stated by Deputy Finance Minister Avag  Avanesyan on January 14 at a meeting of the National Assembly  Committee on Economic Affairs, where he presented amendments to the  Law on Procurement and a package of related laws in the first  reading.

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ArmInfo.The World Bank (WB) expects global economic growth to reach 2.6% in 2026 and 2.7% in 2027, according to its December Global Economic Prospects report. In June 2025, the bank projected GDP growth of 2.4% in 2026 and 2.6% the following year.

ArmInfo.AraratBank has emerged as the leader among Armenian banks in Brand PR coverage and publicity, achieving a 56.7% rating according to the 2025 annual results of Mediamax's "MaxMonitor" media monitoring, analysis and measurement platform.

ArmInfo. Armenia plans to establish rules for calculating and paying VAT in transactions involving the supply of goods to individuals through EAEU electronic platforms. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia's Committee on Economic Affairs issued a positive  opinion on the amendments to the Tax Code submitted by the RA government.

ArmInfo. It is clear that bridges must be built along various sections of the Armenian-Turkish border. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated this on the sidelines of the 15th Security Forum "Armenia and the World at the Crossroads of Risks and Opportunities."

ArmInfo. In Armenia, state-cofinanced programs will not be subject to profit tax from the year the financial resources are received, but will be assessed as  assets in constructed buildings and infrastructure. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the government-submitted amendments to the Tax Code.

ArmInfo.Armenian airlines that were previously unable to take advantage of the "air tax" exemption will now be eligible. At its January 14 meeting, the  National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the draft amendments to the Law "On State Duty," submitted by the Armenian  government for the first reading.

ArmInfo. In Armenia, the Cadastre Committee's service centers will be replaced by advisory centers. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the amendments to the Law "On State Registration of Property Rights" submitted by the RA government.

ArmInfoArmenian authorities have made a final decision on the construction of a nuclear power plant with several small modular reactors. This was  stated by David Khudatyan, Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of the Republic of Armenia, in an interview with CIVICTV.

ArmInfo.Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia Narek Apitonyan  received the Charge d'Affaires of Iraq to the  Republic of Armenia, Muhammad Al-Sheikhli.

ArmInfo. In its latest Global Economic Prospects report released on January 13, the World Bank (WB) forecasts a gradual slowdown in Armenia's GDP growth in 2026-2027 to 4.9-4.7% from an estimated 5.2% in 2025 (after a slowdown in 2024 from 8.3% to 5.9% - Ed.).  At the same time, in the  countries neighboring Armenia, according to the new WB forecast, GDP growth in 2026-2027 will be lower in Azerbaijan at 1.8-1.7% (compared  to an estimated 1.9% in 2025), and higher in Georgia at 5.5-5% (compared to an estimated 7% in 2025).

ArmInfo. The unemployment rate in Armenia fell to 11.8% in the third quarter of 2025, down from 13.3% during the same period in 2024. According to  data from the RA Statistics Committee, the quarterly unemployment rate also decreased from 12.3% in the second quarter of 2025.

ArmInfo. Russia's international reserves reached a record $763.9 billion at the end of the day on December 26, the Central Bank reported on January 13.

ArmInfo.2025 was a successful year for Idram, marked by significant partnerships with major international players, a substantial increase in points of sale, international awards, and many other achievements.