ArmInfo. The Luys Foundation has released an analysis of Armenia's socio-economic development for January–June 2026.

ArmInfo. Moody's has improved the outlook on Armenia's sovereign rating from "Stable" to "Positive," affirming the long-term rating at "Ba3." As noted in a statement released today by the Central Bank of Armenia, the rating agency made this decision yesterday.  Moody's based the change in Armenia's sovereign rating outlook on the following key factors:  Reducing geopolitical and political risks. a material reduction in political risks underpinned by a lower probability of renewed large-scale hostilities with Azerbaijan, the normalization of relations with Turkey. a rebalancing of external relations toward a more diversified set of partners, and contained domestic political risks

ArmInfo. Within a few weeks, the government will decide whether to recognize the public's overriding interest in 100% of the shares of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) CJSC, as stated by Romanos Petrosyan, ENA Interim Manager, to reporters.

ArmInfo. Iranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas, as stated by Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David Khudatyan to reporters on July 29, when commenting on the agreements reached with the Iranian side during his recent visit to Iran.

ArmInfo.  "We, as a full member of the EAEU and a country, are genuinely concerned about the  future of the union because we want the EAEU to exist and function  effectively, not like the CSTO," Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg  Papoyan told reporters on July 29.  He noted that, under EAEU  legislation, all member countries are obligated to ensure the free  movement of goods, services, and labor. Failure to do so means the  union's legislation and fundamental principles are not working.

ArmInfo.  Armenia supports Tehran's proposal to increase gas exports from Iran, as stated by RA  Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David  Khudatyan to the Armenian service of Radio Liberty.

ArmInfo. For the first time, the Armenian-British Business Forum 2026 (Armenia-UK Business Forum 2026) will be held in Yerevan this fall. The Oxford Alumni Business Club of Armenia (OABCA) announced this.

ArmInfo. The strategic project implemented by Firebird will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector.

ArmInfo. Armenia has been shortlisted in two categories at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2026. 

ArmInfo. Armenia's capital market will continue to expand at a rapid pace, which will also be reflected in the country's economic development.

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ArmInfo. Over the past five years, Ameriabank's loan portfolio has grown by an average of 30% annually, driven primarily by mortgage lending, which has reached 400 billion drams,  as announced by Ameriabank's Director of Retail  Banking, Arman Barseghyan, at a press conference on July 28,  presenting the results of the first half of 2026.

ArmInfo. In the heart of Yerevan, on the rooftop of the Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall, Khachaturian Rooftop opened with the support of IDBank, turning one of the capital's most beautiful rooftops into a new venue for summer cultural evenings, concerts, and unforgettable gatherings.      With this collaboration, IDBank launched a series of anniversary events dedicated to its 35th anniversary.      "We will continue to dedicate the experience and knowledge we have accumulated over 35 years not only to our own development but also to the progress of our city and country, sharing our success with our society. We have already announced that, in celebration of our 35th anniversary, we will renovate and present Moscow Park to Yerevan, located in the heart of the city. Furthermore, we are preparing to join another project that is part of the city's cultural heritage, the details of which I will not disclose just yet," stated Mher Abrahamyan, Chairman of the Management Board of IDBank.      About 700 spectators enjoyed the grand opening concert of Khachaturian Rooftop. The National Philharmonic Orchestra of Armenia, under the baton of Maestro Eduard Topchjan and featuring popular Armenian performers, presented the "Yerevan Gala" concert program.      "We are on Yerevan's most beautiful rooftop. I believe that when Alexander Tamanyan designed the building, he envisioned that over time this space would be fully utilized," stated Norayr Nazaryan, Director of the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Armenia and the Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall.      Thus, a new chapter in the history of the Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall has been officially opened. On this rooftop, the summer promises to be cool and filled with outstanding music. More concerts and cultural events are expected in August, with IDBank once again serving as the general partner.       

ArmInfo. Starting August 1, the Food Safety Inspection Body will initiate comprehensive inspections across the food delivery sector, according to the  agency's press service.

ArmInfo.Ameriabank's retail banking development strategy is based on three pillars: expanding the customer base, providing high-quality service, and  creating a digital ecosystem for customers, as stated by Arman  Barseghyan, Ameriabank's Director of Retail Banking, during a press  conference on July 28.

ArmInfo.  Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's short- sighted policies will only worsen  the country's agricultural crisis in the near future. This opinion  was shared by Mesrop Arakelyan, co-founder of the "Country to Live"  party, on his Facebook page.

ArmInfo. The State Revenue Committee (SRC) of the Republic of Armenia has reported the  exposure of another major tax evasion scheme within the country's  fuel sector.

ArmInfo. According to indicators published by the State Revenue Committee (SRC) of the Republic of Armenia for the first half of 2026, Ardshinbank ranks as Armenia’s No. 1 taxpayer in terms of direct taxes paid and is among the top three largest taxpayers in the country.

ArmInfo.  While other countries are working on their own economic policies, the Armenian authorities are busy "hijacking" businesses. Narek Karapetyan, a  member of the political council of the "Strong Armenia" bloc, wrote  about this.

ArmInfo.  On July 23, 2026, under the supervision of the Rosselkhoznadzor Office for the  Bryansk, Smolensk, and Kaluga Regions, a large shipment of fresh-cut  roses originating from Armenia was destroyed in the Smolensk Region.  This measure was taken due to serious violations of regulations for  importing quarantine products into Russia.