Microfinance Assets in Uzbekistan Rise 47 Percent

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Assets of microfinance organizations in Uzbekistan reached 13.3 trillion soums as of April 1, 2026, according to data from the Central Bank of Uzbekistan.

The figure rose by nearly 47% compared to the same period in 2025, when total assets stood at 9.1 trillion soums.

Lending activity remained the main driver of growth. The volume of issued loans increased from 8.2 trillion soums to 11.8 trillion soums, maintaining its dominant role in the sector’s operations.

Total capital of microfinance organizations grew from 2.6 trillion soums to 3.6 trillion soums, an increase of 38%. Regulators noted that the rise in charter capital reflects the strengthening of the sector’s internal financial base.

Liabilities also showed significant growth, increasing from 6.5 trillion soums to 9.7 trillion soums, or 49%.

The bulk of liabilities consists of borrowed credits and loans, indicating a substantial role of external financing in the development of the microfinance industry.