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Mastercard World promo by Byblos Bank Armenia – win travel prizes until July 31, 2026

Mobile operator payments are available again via Idram

Armenia to Reduce Duties on Greenhouse Construction and Drip Irrigation Systems

Yandex Plus for free for 60 days with a promo code – until May 15, 2026

Payments for Ucom, Team Telecom, and Viva Services Are Again Available via easywallet and the EasyPay Terminals

Annual Inflation in Armenia Accelerated to 4.5% in March 2026, Driven by Rising Food Prices

Armenia’s Foreign Exchange Market Stabilizes: Dram Maintains Low Volatility Levels

Producer Prices in Armenia on the Rise: Inflation Exceeds 3%

Armenia’s international reserves hit a record high – over $5.5 billion

A Financial Literacy Game App Launched in Armenia

Armenia extends program covering 50% of agricultural costs

10% Cashback on Evoca Mastercard for Purchases Abroad – Until April 10, 2026

SWIFT Transfers in EUR for just 5,000 AMD via IDBank – Until June 16, 2026

Mastercard and IDBank Launch Contest for a Trip to the UEFA Champions League Final – Until March 31, 2026

Armenia to Receive $80k for Ministry of Finance Capacity Building: Government Approves Agreement

Payments for Team Telecom Armenia services restored via Telcell

New Housing Program for Displaced Persons from Artsakh to Launch in Armenia

Bank assets in Armenia have exceeded GDP: what’s happening

Central Bank of Armenia launches “Statistical Overview” page with key economic data

Armenian Banks Now Serve 5.5 Million Clients: Annual Growth Exceeds 10%

Mastercard World promo by Byblos Bank Armenia – win travel prizes until July 31, 2026

Mastercard World promo by Byblos Bank Armenia – win travel prizes until July 31, 2026

Mobile operator payments are available again via Idram

Mobile operator payments are available again via Idram

Armenia to Reduce Duties on Greenhouse Construction and Drip Irrigation Systems

Armenia to Reduce Duties on Greenhouse Construction and Drip Irrigation Systems

Yandex Plus for free for 60 days with a promo code – until May 15, 2026

Yandex Plus for free for 60 days with a promo code – until May 15, 2026

Payments for Ucom, Team Telecom, and Viva Services Are Again Available via easywallet and the EasyPay Terminals

Payments for Ucom, Team Telecom, and Viva Services Are Again Available via easywallet and the EasyPay Terminals

Annual Inflation in Armenia Accelerated to 4.5% in March 2026, Driven by Rising Food Prices

Annual Inflation in Armenia Accelerated to 4.5% in March 2026, Driven by Rising Food Prices

Armenia’s Foreign Exchange Market Stabilizes: Dram Maintains Low Volatility Levels

Armenia’s Foreign Exchange Market Stabilizes: Dram Maintains Low Volatility Levels

Producer Prices in Armenia on the Rise: Inflation Exceeds 3%

Producer Prices in Armenia on the Rise: Inflation Exceeds 3%

Armenia’s international reserves hit a record high – over $5.5 billion

Armenia’s international reserves hit a record high – over $5.5 billion

A Financial Literacy Game App Launched in Armenia

A Financial Literacy Game App Launched in Armenia

Armenia extends program covering 50% of agricultural costs

Armenia extends program covering 50% of agricultural costs

10% Cashback on Evoca Mastercard for Purchases Abroad – Until April 10, 2026

10% Cashback on Evoca Mastercard for Purchases Abroad – Until April 10, 2026

SWIFT Transfers in EUR for just 5,000 AMD via IDBank – Until June 16, 2026

SWIFT Transfers in EUR for just 5,000 AMD via IDBank – Until June 16, 2026

Mastercard and IDBank Launch Contest for a Trip to the UEFA Champions League Final – Until March 31, 2026

Mastercard and IDBank Launch Contest for a Trip to the UEFA Champions League Final – Until March 31, 2026

Armenia to Receive $80k for Ministry of Finance Capacity Building: Government Approves Agreement

Armenia to Receive $80k for Ministry of Finance Capacity Building: Government Approves Agreement

Payments for Team Telecom Armenia services restored via Telcell

Payments for Team Telecom Armenia services restored via Telcell

New Housing Program for Displaced Persons from Artsakh to Launch in Armenia

New Housing Program for Displaced Persons from Artsakh to Launch in Armenia

Bank assets in Armenia have exceeded GDP: what’s happening

Bank assets in Armenia have exceeded GDP: what’s happening

Central Bank of Armenia launches “Statistical Overview” page with key economic data

Central Bank of Armenia launches “Statistical Overview” page with key economic data

Armenian Banks Now Serve 5.5 Million Clients: Annual Growth Exceeds 10%

Armenian Banks Now Serve 5.5 Million Clients: Annual Growth Exceeds 10%

Armenia's Pension Funds Approach 1.5 Trillon AMD: CBA Data for January 2026

Armenia's Pension Funds Approach 1.5 Trillon AMD: CBA Data for January 2026

Central Bank of Armenia updates outlook: GDP growth to remain strong, but slow down in 2027

Central Bank of Armenia updates outlook: GDP growth to remain strong, but slow down in 2027

International Customer Experience Conference to Be Held in Yerevan for the First Time

International Customer Experience Conference to Be Held in Yerevan for the First Time

Armenia’s Investigative Committee warns about new online fraud schemes

Armenia’s Investigative Committee warns about new online fraud schemes

The AFM team analyzed the CBA report: how ESG implementation is changing Armenia’s financial system

The AFM team analyzed the CBA report: how ESG implementation is changing Armenia’s financial system

Armenia to introduce consumer self-restriction tool for online financial transactions

Armenia to introduce consumer self-restriction tool for online financial transactions

Applications open for the 8-th round of the «Zartir Fellowship» incubation program

Applications open for the 8-th round of the «Zartir Fellowship» incubation program

Pension Increase in Armenia to Raise Budget Burden – Ministry of Finance Warns of Risks

Pension Increase in Armenia to Raise Budget Burden – Ministry of Finance Warns of Risks

Starting April 1, Pensions and Benefits in Armenia Will Be Paid Only via Bank Cards

Starting April 1, Pensions and Benefits in Armenia Will Be Paid Only via Bank Cards

“Love Is…” Card from Unibank – Win a Trip to Paris, Until December 1, 2026

“Love Is…” Card from Unibank – Win a Trip to Paris, Until December 1, 2026

"Simple" Deposit from Armeconombank – Up to 9% p.a. Until March 31

"Simple" Deposit from Armeconombank – Up to 9% p.a. Until March 31

AFM Analysis: Armenia's Payment System Infrastructure – Leaders in Terminals, Services, and QR

AFM Analysis: Armenia's Payment System Infrastructure – Leaders in Terminals, Services, and QR

Fraudsters Impersonate Central Bank Officials: Regulator Warns Residents of Armenia

Fraudsters Impersonate Central Bank Officials: Regulator Warns Residents of Armenia

CBA Releases Monetary Policy Report: What It Means for Depositors

CBA Releases Monetary Policy Report: What It Means for Depositors

“The moment of opportunity. Armenia in the New Architecture of Global Markets” Forum Has Been Postponed

“The moment of opportunity. Armenia in the New Architecture of Global Markets” Forum Has Been Postponed

Why Loans Remain Expensive Despite a 6.5% Policy Rate: AFM Team Analysis

Why Loans Remain Expensive Despite a 6.5% Policy Rate: AFM Team Analysis

Personal Receipts up to AMD 1 Million Will Not Be Subject to Declaration

Personal Receipts up to AMD 1 Million Will Not Be Subject to Declaration

Armenian Credit Organizations Hit Record 103.4B AMD Investment Milestone in 2025

Armenian Credit Organizations Hit Record 103.4B AMD Investment Milestone in 2025

Armenia’s State Budget Tax Revenues Reach AMD 2.7 Trillion in 2025

Armenia’s State Budget Tax Revenues Reach AMD 2.7 Trillion in 2025

Armenia to Host Investment and Financial Forum Focused on Capital Market Development

Armenia to Host Investment and Financial Forum Focused on Capital Market Development

AFM Analyzes Online Loans in Armenia: Average APR at 21.37% in February 2026

AFM Analyzes Online Loans in Armenia: Average APR at 21.37% in February 2026

Armenia Prepares New Investment Law: Equal Rights for Foreign and Local Investors

Armenia Prepares New Investment Law: Equal Rights for Foreign and Local Investors

Cash inflows in the banking system exceeded outflows by 12.6 billion AMD in 2025

Cash inflows in the banking system exceeded outflows by 12.6 billion AMD in 2025

Deadlines for 2025 Income Tax Declaration Set in Armenia

Deadlines for 2025 Income Tax Declaration Set in Armenia

Mobile Payment Methods Change in Armenia: Where to Top Up Your Balance Now

Mobile Payment Methods Change in Armenia: Where to Top Up Your Balance Now

Implementation of Biometric Passports and New ID Cards in Armenia Postponed: Launch Set for Autumn 2026

Implementation of Biometric Passports and New ID Cards in Armenia Postponed: Launch Set for Autumn 2026

Central Bank of Armenia Issues Commemorative Coins Marking 350th Anniversary of Mkhitar Sebastatsi and the Feast of Terendez

Central Bank of Armenia Issues Commemorative Coins Marking 350th Anniversary of Mkhitar Sebastatsi and the Feast of Terendez

CBA Sets Commission Caps on Cashless Payments for Specific Businesses

CBA Sets Commission Caps on Cashless Payments for Specific Businesses

Money Transfer Inflows to Armenia Rose to $5.98 Billion in 2025

Money Transfer Inflows to Armenia Rose to $5.98 Billion in 2025

YouTube Officially Launches Monetization in Armenia: What It Means

YouTube Officially Launches Monetization in Armenia: What It Means

Inflation in Armenia Accelerated to 3.8% in January 2026

Inflation in Armenia Accelerated to 3.8% in January 2026

AFM Launches Official LinkedIn Account

AFM Launches Official LinkedIn Account

Total loan volume in Armenia has reached a historical high

Total loan volume in Armenia has reached a historical high

Central Bank of Armenia reduces maximum cashless payment fees for businesses starting March 1

Central Bank of Armenia reduces maximum cashless payment fees for businesses starting March 1

AFM Team Reveals: Most Armenian Banks Failed to Update Tariffs a Month After 2% Cashback Program Launch

AFM Team Reveals: Most Armenian Banks Failed to Update Tariffs a Month After 2% Cashback Program Launch

Gold and Silver Prices in Armenia Drop Sharply: Daily Decline Reaches AMD 5,089 and AMD 184.5

Gold and Silver Prices in Armenia Drop Sharply: Daily Decline Reaches AMD 5,089 and AMD 184.5

EBRD Invested a Record €426 Million in Armenia’s Economy in 2025

EBRD Invested a Record €426 Million in Armenia’s Economy in 2025

Digitalization of Armenia’s Banking Sector: AFM Research Findings Ahead of 2026

Digitalization of Armenia’s Banking Sector: AFM Research Findings Ahead of 2026

Armenia introduces crypto asset regulation starting January 31, 2026

Armenia introduces crypto asset regulation starting January 31, 2026

Armenian Banks Increased Net Profit by 17% in 2025

Armenian Banks Increased Net Profit by 17% in 2025

VTB Armenia Launches MIR Travel Card for Transfers Between Russia and Armenia

VTB Armenia Launches MIR Travel Card for Transfers Between Russia and Armenia

AFM January 2026 Review: Changes in Bank Deposit Volumes in Armenia

AFM January 2026 Review: Changes in Bank Deposit Volumes in Armenia

Old second-generation banknotes will remain legal tender in Armenia until April 15, 2026

Old second-generation banknotes will remain legal tender in Armenia until April 15, 2026

The international FINTECH360 conference will take place in Yerevan on April 27-29

The international FINTECH360 conference will take place in Yerevan on April 27-29

Ardshinbank becomes the market leader by number of mortgage products in Armenia according to AFM analysis for January 2026

Ardshinbank becomes the market leader by number of mortgage products in Armenia according to AFM analysis for January 2026

Construction output in Armenia increased by 20.1% over 11 months of 2025

Construction output in Armenia increased by 20.1% over 11 months of 2025

Unibank draws cash prizes up to 1 million AMD among new salary clients

Unibank draws cash prizes up to 1 million AMD among new salary clients

5% discount on payments at Flash gas stations with Araratbank cards

5% discount on payments at Flash gas stations with Araratbank cards

5% cashback for new customers from AMIO Bank

5% cashback for new customers from AMIO Bank

100% cashback from Ameriabank for public transport payments made with the Visa Star card

100% cashback from Ameriabank for public transport payments made with the Visa Star card

AFM Best Deposit Rates Ranking: Armenian Banks Offer Up to 10% APY in January 2026

AFM Best Deposit Rates Ranking: Armenian Banks Offer Up to 10% APY in January 2026

500 Global announces the launch of the 10th batch of the Eurasia Accelerator: applications open until February 18

500 Global announces the launch of the 10th batch of the Eurasia Accelerator: applications open until February 18

Gold and Silver Prices in Armenia Increase as of January 13, 2026

Gold and Silver Prices in Armenia Increase as of January 13, 2026

Female Entrepreneurs in Armenia to Receive Major Grants: Launch of the 3rd Phase of «She's Next» Initiative

Female Entrepreneurs in Armenia to Receive Major Grants: Launch of the 3rd Phase of «She's Next» Initiative

Armenia's Government Bond Market Volume Surged by 328% in December

Armenia's Government Bond Market Volume Surged by 328% in December

Real estate prices in Armenia increased by 5.5% year-on-year – Central Bank

Real estate prices in Armenia increased by 5.5% year-on-year – Central Bank

Central Bank of Armenia Lowers Refinancing Rate

Central Bank of Armenia Lowers Refinancing Rate

FinnoWay Armenia 2025: International PLUS Forum to Be Held in Yerevan

FinnoWay Armenia 2025: International PLUS Forum to Be Held in Yerevan

Armenia's Central Bank Keeps Key Rate at 6.75% on September 16, 2025

Armenia's Central Bank Keeps Key Rate at 6.75% on September 16, 2025

Byblos Bank has revised the rates on loans for real estate renovation and construction

Byblos Bank has revised the rates on loans for real estate renovation and construction

Converse Bank increased the rates on loans secured by gold

Converse Bank increased the rates on loans secured by gold

VTB Bank changed mortgage loan terms and conditions

VTB Bank changed mortgage loan terms and conditions

ArmSwissBank Improves Consumer Lending Terms: Lower Rates and Higher Limits

ArmSwissBank Improves Consumer Lending Terms: Lower Rates and Higher Limits

Ameriabank Launches “Star” Digital Debit Card for Kids: What You Need to Know

Ameriabank Launches “Star” Digital Debit Card for Kids: What You Need to Know

How to take out a loan in foreign currency: Step-by-step instruction

How to take out a loan in foreign currency: Step-by-step instruction

Citizens of Armenia will be able to pay off their loans using income tax funds

Citizens of Armenia will be able to pay off their loans using income tax funds

IFC has launched a program in Armenia aimed at improving financial accessibility climate-related projects

IFC has launched a program in Armenia aimed at improving financial accessibility climate-related projects

Acquisition of HSBC Armenia by Ardshinbank

Acquisition of HSBC Armenia by Ardshinbank