Banks
Uzbek banks' profit for nine months of 2026 grew by 40.3%
From January to September, banks in Uzbekistan earned 15.26 trillion soums. That is almost the entire profit of the record year 2025.
News
Fintech
Apple Pay and Google Pay launch in Uzbekistan
Since 27 October, Visa and Mastercard cards issued by Uzbek banks can be added to Apple Pay and Google Pay. Humo and Uzcard cards are not supported yet.
Regulation
Central Bank of Uzbekistan approves fintech development strategy for 2026–2030
The regulator has set out the stages up to 2030: infrastructure and digital ID first, then Open Banking, and finally a regional fintech hub.
Press releases
Partners
Uzbekistan Banking Association joins SGBF as Official Partner
Uzbekistan Banking Association has joined Samarkand Global Banking Forum (SGBF) as Official Partner. The forum takes place on 11–12 March 2027 in Samarkand.
Media accreditation
Journalists and editorial teams receive free access to all open sessions, the press area and interviews with speakers.
- Apply in the Media category.
- The organising committee will confirm accreditation in your account.
- Your press badge will be emailed before the forum begins.
Media kit
Logos, brand colours and photographs for publication.
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Registan 
Silk Road Samarkand 
Registan in the evening 
Congress centre 
Samarkand 
Registan during the day