ArmInfo. Foreign trade makes a significant contribution to the economic growth of the South Caucasus region, according to researchers at the Gnomon Wise Research Institute in their December report.

ArmInfo. Oil prices gained momentum on Friday evening, supported by concerns about supply stability.

ArmInfo. In Florida, construction is well underway on State Road 516, which will feature a 1.2-kilometer section for on-the-move contactless charging for electric vehicles.

ArmInfo. On the Armenian Interbank Currency Market from January 5 to January 9, 2026, an increase in dollar transactions was accompanied by a decline in ruble transactions, while euro transactions remained silent.

ArmInfo. With the technical assistance of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the financial support of the Government of Japan, the Central Bank is introducing a contract governed by Armenian law and aligned with international standards — the Armenian Standard Derivatives Agreement (ASDA) — which may be applied to repo, derivatives, and securities lending transactions.

ArmInfo.  The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports of the Republic of Armenia (MECS) will support the training of personnel for the light industry.   This was stated in a statement by the ministry, citing a memorandum  of understanding and cooperation signed between MESCS and Alex  Textile.

ArmInfo.  In 2026, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs intends to focus on addressing  issues related to labor market entry. This was announced by Arsen  Torosyan, head of the relevant ministry, during a press conference on  January 9.

ArmInfo. Since December of last year, when gold cost $2,700 per ounce, the price of the precious metal has risen 68%, or $1,800 per ounce. Goldman Sachs analysts are reiterating their 2026 forecast of $4,900 per ounce in 2026, citing sustained central bank purchases and potential interest rate cuts in the US.

ArmInfo.

ArmInfo.  According to forecasts from the Public Services Regulatory Commission, the  Armenian Nuclear Power Plant's profits in 2026 will be 12.7 billion  drams.  Only God knows what these calculations are based on.  David  Ghazinyan, former General Director of Electric Networks of Armenia  CJSC, publicly challenged the financial projections  released by the  PSRC, during  at a press conference on January 9.

ArmInfo. he State Revenue Committee of Armenia has officially published a list of 636 electric vehicles whose owners are now eligible to reclaim previously paid  custom duties.

ArmInfo.

ArmInfo.  378,000 citizens, representing 57% of all eligible beneficiaries,  have used  the cashback system, as stated by Armenian Minister of Labor and  Social Affairs Arsen Torosyan during a press conference on January 9.

ArmInfo.  According to the decision adopted by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on November 13, 2025, the protection of the ISDA trademark has  been extended to the territory of the Republic of Armenia. This  announcement was made by the Central Bank of Armenia made this  announcement, clarifying that the extension of ISDA trademark  protection in the Republic of Armenia ensures legal clarity and  alignment with international standards. 

ArmInfo. The State Revenue Committee (SRC) of Armenia reports that, in accordance with the Law "On Amendments to the Tax Code of the Republic of Armenia" dated  December 17, 2025, the import or sale of electric vehicles in the  republic is exempt from value-added tax (VAT).

ArmInfo.

ArmInfo.Recently, a new shipment of Russian grain has arrived in Armenia via Azerbaijan.   RA Minister of Economy Gevork Papoyan shared this information on his Facebook page.

ArmInfo.  Yerevan appears  consciously ready to sacrifice its own economic interests  for a public display of loyalty to new political centers of gravity,  as noted by political scientist Vahe Davtyan in his article.

ArmInfo.

ArmInfo.