ArmInfo.From March 9-13, 2026, there was an increase in dollar and ruble transactions in the  Armenian interbank foreign exchange market, while euro transactions remained stagnant for the second week. Specifically, dollar transactions saw a significant turnaround, going from a 35% decline to a 76.4% increase.

ArmInfo.A meeting on  the prospects for institutional reforms in water and land resource management, as well as the reorganization of the Water Committee was held chaired by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. 

ArmInfo. Armenia has one of the highest growth rates of direct investment in the Eurasian region, as stated in the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) report "Investment Cooperation in the Eurasian Region," which was prepared  based on the EDB's monitoring of mutual investments.

ArmInfo.IDBank introduces IDDistributor, an innovative digital platform that combines payment automation and access to working capital in one integrated solution. This initiative is co-financed by RECONOMY—an inclusive and green economic development program funded by Sweden and implemented by Helvetas.

ArmInfo.The  RA Central Bank's (CBRA) study based on information received and regular messages from citizens, has revealed a significant increase in telephone fraud cases, as noted in a statement issued by the CB RA.

ArmInfo.Solar power plants accounted for 14% of Armenia's electricity generation in 2025, as  stated by Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David Khudatyan  during a live broadcast on his Facebook page.

ArmInfo. Armenia has simplified the procedure for constructing individual residential buildings. Thanks to a digital platform, citizens will be able to quickly obtain the necessary permits for building a house, according to the press service of the Urban Development Committee.

ArmInfo. Over the past two years, the state has compensated farmers whose crops were damaged by hail, totaling over 2.7 billion drams. Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan announced this on his Facebook page.

ArmInfo.Women’s Month is another opportunity to speak about the role of women in society and business, attitudes toward them, leadership, and equal opportunities for every member of society. Idram and IDBank, in collaboration with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), will highlight the importance of these principles, their adoption, and their promotion through an upcoming series of articles.

ArmInfo. The European Union will provide Armenia with 143 million euros in financial assistance.  On March 12, the Armenian government approved the Multi-Sector Budget Support Agreement funding agreement with the European Commission. 

ArmInfo. Russia has retained its role as Armenia's main trade, economic, and investment partner.  This was stated in the welcoming address of Russian Ambassador to Armenia Sergey Kopyrkin to the participants of the International Business Mission in the Food and Consumer Goods Sector to Armenia.

ArmInfo.Women’s Month is another wonderful occasion to bring warm smiles. During these festive days, a lively and pleasant atmosphere fills different corners of the city as everyone rushes to buy gifts to delight their loved ones.

ArmInfo.In Armenia, cases of financial fraud targeting users of classified ad boards and online marketplaces have increased. The schemes may vary in detail, but the essence is always the same: people are tricked into giving away information they should never share with anyone.

ArmInfo. The Central Bank of Armenia announces that, starting July 1, 2026, consumers will be able to block online financial transactions with one click via mobile banking and the organization's website. Unblocking will only be possible after identification and verification of the consumer's identity. As noted in the Central Bank's announcement, these self-protection tools and mechanisms are being implemented to combat fraud.

ArmInfo.The prestigious American publication Los Angeles Times has spotlighted Armenia’s IDBank, highlighting the bank’s rapid growth, its successful digital transformation, and a new phase of international expansion.

ArmInfo. The Georgian technology startup Helio.AI has officially entered the Armenian market. The company has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Georgian-Armenian Business Association (GABA), aimed at strengthening regional business opportunities and supporting collaboration between Georgian and Armenian companies.

ArmInfo.Ameriabank's inclusion in the London Stock Exchange's (LSE) FTSE 100 index is a bright green light for international investors, signaling the opportunity to enter a high-quality market with a clear and predictable governance environment. This was stated by Armen Nurbekyan, Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia.

ArmInfo. Ameriabank's inclusion in the FTSE 100 index of one of the world's leading exchanges, the London Stock Exchange, is an unprecedented event for  the Armenian economy, according to Arman Barseghyan, Director of Retail Banking at Ameriabank.

ArmInfo. As part of amendments to the MTPL General Conditions, increased insurance amounts and maximum compensation limits will come into effect on April 1, 2026, as was noted in a statement published by the Motor  Insurers' Bureau of Armenia on March 9.

ArmInfo.Trade between Armenia and Russia is continuing to grow and  showing progressive dynamics,  as stated by Sergey Solomin, Russia's Trade Representative in Armenia, during a press conference on March 9. According to him, the decline in mutual trade figures in 2025 is due to the fact that  a significant volume of re-exported precious metals and stones were previously included in the trade turnover.