Andranik Grigoryan appointed Chairman of the Executive Board of Amio  Bank

 Wednesday, April 15 2026 17:55:57
Andranik Grigoryan appointed Chairman of the Executive Board of Amio  Bank

ArmInfo. Effective April 13, Andranik Grigoryan, one of the most experienced specialists in the Armenian banking system, has been appointed  Chairman of the Executive Board of Amio Bank.

Armenian Central Bank delegation  attends  2026 IMF-WB Spring  Meetings in Washington
 Wednesday, April 15 2026 15:50

ArmInfo. The Central Bank of Armenia is currently participating in the 2026 IMF-WB Spring Meetings in  Washington. According to the Central Bank of Armenia, the event began on April 13 and will continue until April 18. Deputy Governors Armen Nurbekyan and Hovhannes Khachatryan are representing the Central Bank  at the event.

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IMF forecasts 5.3-5.5% GDP growth for Armenia in 2026-2027
 Wednesday, April 15 2026 14:40

ArmInfo. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts 5.3% GDP growth for Armenia in 2026  (compared to 7.2% in 2025), with an acceleration to 5.5% in 2027, as noted in the IMF's April report, "World Economic Outlook: Global Economy in the Shadow of War."

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Flexible Terms when Transferring your Mortgage Loan to AraratBank
 Tuesday, April 14 2026 17:57

ArmInfo.AraratBank comes up with a new mortgage loan offer, enabling customers to transfer their existing mortgage loans from other banks or credit organizations operating in Armenia on more favorable and simplified terms.

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Armenia intends to ratify amendments to multilateral agreement  between competent authorities on automatic exchange of financial  account information
 Tuesday, April 14 2026 13:45

ArmInfo. Armenia intends to ratify the amendments to the multilateral agreement between competent authorities on the automatic exchange of financial account information.

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Forbes: Samvel Karapetyan`s assets worth $4.1bln
 Monday, April 13 2026 13:43

ArmInfo. According to the American magazine Forbes, the net worth of Russian businessman of Armenian descent Samvel Karapetyan increased by $900 million in a  year, reaching $4.1 billion. Narek Karapetyan, a member of the  political council of the Strong Armenia party, wrote about this on  his Facebook page, publishing a corresponding Forbes article.

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The Power of One Dram April Beneficiary: Davitbek Games NGO
 Friday, April 10 2026 19:07

ArmInfo.The beneficiary of “The Power of One Dram” initiative for April is “Davitbek Games” NGO.

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RUB transactions surpass USD in Armenian Interbank FX Market (April  6-10, 2026)
 Friday, April 10 2026 17:19

ArmInfo.From April 6 to 10, 2026, ruble transactions were more active than dollar transactions in the Armenian Interbank foreign exchange market, while euro transactions have not been executed for a month and a half. 

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Team Holding: The second phase of the placement of USD-denominated bonds has been completed. Underwriter - Freedom Broker Armenia.
 Friday, April 10 2026 11:20

ArmInfo. Team Holding, with the support of the investment company Freedom Broker Armenia, has completed the placement of its USD-denominated bonds with an annual coupon yield of 8.75%.

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“A friend” needs money urgently. IDBank warns that trust can be exploited on social media.
 Thursday, April 9 2026 18:03

ArmInfo.In Armenia, the fraud scheme based on trust in relatives continues to remain widely spread. Fraudsters exploit users’ care and willingness to help those in danger. In just recent years, law enforcement authorities have recorded embezzlements of tens of millions of drams through this scheme.

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World Bank improved its GDP growth forecast for Armenia in 2026 to  5.3%, the highest rate in the South Caucasus
 Thursday, April 9 2026 17:12

ArmInfo. The World Bank (WB) has improved its GDP growth forecast for Armenia in 2026-2027 to  5.3-5.1% from the previous 4.9-4.7% (compared to an actual acceleration in growth in 2025 from 5.9% to 7.2% - Ed.), as stated in the WB's Europe & Central Asia Economic Update: Industrial Policy,  published on April 8.

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Number of participants in non-public investment funds to be increased  - draft law
 Thursday, April 9 2026 13:18

ArmInfo.  The number of participants in non-public investment funds will be increased. The RA government approved amendments to the Law "On Investment Funds" at  its April 9 meeting.

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AraratBank at Leasing EXPO 2026: Special Leasing Offer for Energy-Efficient Equipment
 Thursday, April 9 2026 12:47

ArmInfo.  Leasing EXPO 2026, now in its fourth consecutive year, will be held from April 10 to 12. AraratBank will participate in the exhibition with a tailored offer for corporate clients and individual entrepreneurs.

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Ardshinbank Named Best Private Bank 2026 by Euromoney
 Thursday, April 9 2026 11:58

ArmInfo. Ardshinbank has been recognized as the “Best Private Bank 2026” by the internationally renowned financial publication Euromoney, reaffirming the Bank’s leading position in Armenia’s banking sector and in the field of private banking services.

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CBA Deputy Governor: No capital outflow in Armenia despite Middle  East tensions
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 20:06

ArmInfo. As the situation in the Middle East worsened, there was an outflow of international investors from emerging markets. However,  there was no  capital outflow in Armenia, as stated by Armen Nurbekyan, Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia, speaking at the opening of the Doing Digital forum.

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IDBank Participates in Regional Conference of the Union of Banks of Armenia, Presenting Innovative Tools for the SME Sector
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 18:44

ArmInfo.IDBank took part in the regional conference “Opportunities and Prospects for Cooperation between Business and the Banking System in Lori Region,” held in Vanadzor and organized by the Union of Banks of Armenia.

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Converse Bank at the SME Conference
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 15:20

ArmInfo. In Vanadzor, Lori, a regional conference on the topic “Opportunities and Prospects for Cooperation between Business and the Banking System in Lori Region” was held, initiated by the Union of Banks of Armenia, bringing together representatives of the banking system, state structures and the business community.

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Acba bank and the U.S.-based Interactive Brokers have signed an agreement
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 12:36

ArmInfo. Acba bank and one of the world’s leading online brokerage platforms, the U.S.-based Interactive Brokers, have signed an agreement that makes Interactive Brokers’ services available in Armenia through Acba bank.

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Up to 25% idcoin When Buying Airline Tickets with IDBank Premium Cards
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 12:18

ArmInfo. When planning your next trip, the first thing you consider is your budget — how much you can spend, how to find the best deals, and how to save while discovering new destinations.

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Armenia to exchange financial information with various countries  worldwide
 Wednesday, April 8 2026 12:15

ArmInfo.  Armenia will exchange financial information with various countries worldwide. At its April 8 meeting, the Committee on Economic Affairs of the National Assembly  of the Republic of Armenia issued a positive opinion on the draft  amendments to the Multilateral Agreement between Competent  Authorities on the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account  Information, submitted by the Government of the Republic of Armenia  for ratification.

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IDBank and Idram Alongside the “Matemik” NGO
 Tuesday, April 7 2026 18:19

ArmInfo.IDBank and Idram conducted a financial literacy course for children living in Vahagni and neighboring villages of the Lori region. The program provided around 60 children and adolescents with in-depth knowledge of the financial sector, savings, and responsible financial behavior.

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