News and publications for 2026 - Page 2

Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Russia Lead Money Transfers from Georgia

$39 million sent from the country in a month

Demand for flights from Russia to Georgia has significantly increased

The main growth occurred in July and August

More Money Transfers to Georgia

EU countries remain the largest source of money transfers

Georgia's Radio Market Loses Ad Revenue: Quarterly Income Down Nearly 8%

Radio stations earned 1.8 million GEL from advertising, with total revenue for the first half of the year reaching 3.2 million GEL

Поти усиливает позиции регионального логистического хаба

Georgia sharply increased imports from Belarus: trade doubled in six months

Trade turnover reached $141.8 million, but almost all growth was provided by supplies of Belarusian oil and petroleum products

Passengers in Georgia will start receiving compensation for train delays: a two-hour delay means 50% compensation

New rules have obliged "Georgian Railway" to compensate passengers for delays, and also protected their rights in case of train cancellations and baggage problems

ProCredit Bank and Skytel Attract Funding to Expand Internet Network in Georgia

EBRD-backed investments will be directed towards developing telecommunications infrastructure and connecting regions to high-speed internet

Georgia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Bulgaria Prepare Energy Corridor to Europe

The new project aims to create a direct route for electricity transmission from the South Caucasus to European countries via Georgian territory

Jet Fuel Prices Down for the Week, But Still 63% Higher Than Last Year

The average cost of jet fuel dropped to $147 per barrel, but airline fuel expenses remain significantly higher than last year's figures

Georgia's Foreign Trade Turnover Exceeded $15.5 Billion in Seven Months of 2026

The country's exports grew by more than 20%, but the trade balance remains negative due to a significant excess of imports over foreign supplies

Georgia Introduces Tax Break for Online Casinos

Foreign players now taxed at only 5%

Georgia is building its first commercial Tier III data center

It will be launched in 2027

Georgians spent 686 million GEL abroad

The number of foreign trips increased by only a few percent, but the average spending of travelers grew much more significantly.

Georgians started using the internet more actively: mobile traffic grew by 22%

The average user already consumes 20.6 GB per month, while operators simultaneously increase revenue and income per subscriber.

Georgia accumulates a record $7.5 billion: the country's international reserves soar by almost 50%

The National Bank continues to actively buy currency and gold, increasing the country's financial cushion to a historical maximum.

Georgian Airways may face huge fine: airline disputes with regulator

The carrier refused to compensate a passenger for damaged luggage, but Georgian authorities recognized the company's actions as a violation of consumer rights.

В Грузии появилась первая регулируемая криптокарта: Bybit Card обещает оплату криптовалютой в обычных магазинах

Valuables Worth 1.57 Billion Lari Pledged in Georgian Pawnshops

Georgian microfinance organizations are earning more from pledges, and rising gold prices are increasing the value of clients' assets.

Georgia's Economy Accelerates: Country's GDP Grew by 8.6% in One Month

Despite declines in certain sectors, growth in industry, construction, and IT helped the Georgian economy achieve a high result in June 2026.

Scammers devise new loan scheme: Georgians warned of "calls" from National Bank

Fraudsters impersonate employees of the National Bank of Georgia and try to gain access to online banking under the pretext of protecting accounts.

Georgia Prepares Financial "Safety Cushion" for Banks: World Bank to Allocate $35 Million

The new project aims to strengthen the country's banking system protection against potential crises and bring regulatory mechanisms closer to international standards.

Цены в Грузии растут быстрее ожиданий: Нацбанк повысил прогноз инфляции на 2026 год

Guests visit Georgia less often but leave billions: tourists spent 3 billion GEL in three months

The flow of foreign travelers to the country has decreased, but Georgia has maintained a high level of tourist activity, with Russians, Turks, and Armenians once again being the main guests.

Tbilisi to be relieved for $250 million: Georgia received money for a new bypass highway

The new road should accelerate transit through the country, reduce traffic jams in the capital, and strengthen Georgia's role as a transport bridge between Europe and Asia.

Каждый третий официально работающий в Грузии получает от 2 400 лари в месяц

Batumi strengthens its position in the Black Sea: port launches new ferry route

The Georgian port expands international connections and expects to attract new cargo flows between the countries of the region

Temu Overwhelmed Tbilisi Airport Cargo Terminal: Parcel Delivery Reached Capacity Limits

The rapid growth of online trade has increased cargo volumes in Georgia, and logistics infrastructure will require expansion

NBG and Visa Launch New Tool for Bank Customers

Georgia develops digital services for consumers, allowing them to choose more favorable banking products and payment services

Tbilisi Dry Port wants to buy its own railway platforms: freight routes to be protected from disruptions

Tbilisi Dry Port is preparing for a new stage of development and intends to increase the reliability of container delivery between Poti and the Georgian capital