IDBank Launches Special Campaign for SWIFT Transfers

 Monday, March 16 2026 18:25:27
IDBank Launches Special Campaign for SWIFT Transfers

ArmInfo.IDBank has introduced a new offer for its customers, giving them the opportunity to make international transfers on more favorable terms.

Change in the Executive Management of Converse Bank
 Monday, March 16 2026 14:49

ArmInfo.Converse Bank CJSC announces that Mr. Andranik Grigoryan will step down from his position as Chief Executive Officer of the Bank effective March 31, at his own request.

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Converse Bank shares its capital market expertise at the IV Conference Capital Markets Armenia
 Monday, March 16 2026 14:46

ArmInfo.Long-term investment in business and the role of bond issuances in attracting sustainable financing were among the key topics discussed at the IV Conference Capital Markets Armenia international conference.

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In Armenia`s interbank foreign exchange market, dollar, ruble  transactions increased from March 9-13, 2026
 Friday, March 13 2026 18:19

ArmInfo.From March 9-13, 2026, there was an increase in dollar and ruble transactions in the  Armenian interbank foreign exchange market, while euro transactions remained stagnant for the second week. Specifically, dollar transactions saw a significant turnaround, going from a 35% decline to a 76.4% increase.

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EDB Report: Armenia is leading in attracting investments from  Eurasian Countries
 Friday, March 13 2026 17:17

ArmInfo. Armenia has one of the highest growth rates of direct investment in the Eurasian region, as stated in the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) report "Investment Cooperation in the Eurasian Region," which was prepared  based on the EDB's monitoring of mutual investments.

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IDBank Announces the Launch of the IDDistributor Financial Tool
 Friday, March 13 2026 17:02

ArmInfo.IDBank introduces IDDistributor, an innovative digital platform that combines payment automation and access to working capital in one integrated solution. This initiative is co-financed by RECONOMY—an inclusive and green economic development program funded by Sweden and implemented by Helvetas.

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RA Central Bank  issues fraud warning
 Friday, March 13 2026 14:50

ArmInfo.The  RA Central Bank's (CBRA) study based on information received and regular messages from citizens, has revealed a significant increase in telephone fraud cases, as noted in a statement issued by the CB RA.

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State Revenue Committee  tightens controls over cross-border cash
 Thursday, March 12 2026 19:02

ArmInfo. Armenia's State Revenue Committee (SRC) has announced a permanent increase in oversight regarding the physical movement of cash across the  country's borders. The move aims to bolster financial transparency and  prevent potential violations.

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Safe Workplace as a Guarantee of Development
 Thursday, March 12 2026 18:11

ArmInfo.Women’s Month is another opportunity to speak about the role of women in society and business, attitudes toward them, leadership, and equal opportunities for every member of society. Idram and IDBank, in collaboration with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), will highlight the importance of these principles, their adoption, and their promotion through an upcoming series of articles.

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Armenia to get 143 million euros from EU 
 Thursday, March 12 2026 14:56

ArmInfo. The European Union will provide Armenia with 143 million euros in financial assistance.  On March 12, the Armenian government approved the Multi-Sector Budget Support Agreement funding agreement with the European Commission. 

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RA government to allocate additional AMD 4.6bln to reward civil  servants who excelled in latter half of 2025
 Thursday, March 12 2026 14:27

ArmInfo. The Armenian Cabinet of Ministers will allocate an additional 4.6 billion drams to reward  civil servants who excelled in the second half of 2025. In the future, when assessing their performance, investments in self-education will also be taken into account.

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Spring Promotion at Megamall from Idram&IDBank
 Thursday, March 12 2026 12:44

ArmInfo.Women’s Month is another wonderful occasion to bring warm smiles. During these festive days, a lively and pleasant atmosphere fills different corners of the city as everyone rushes to buy gifts to delight their loved ones.

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Armenia and EDB join forces for public-private partnership  growth
 Wednesday, March 11 2026 16:36

ArmInfo. Armenian Finance Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan received a delegation led by Nikolay  Podguzov, Chairman of the Management Board of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB).

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“We want to buy your item, please provide your card details.” IDBank warns about fraud on classified platforms
 Wednesday, March 11 2026 14:50

ArmInfo.In Armenia, cases of financial fraud targeting users of classified ad boards and online marketplaces have increased. The schemes may vary in detail, but the essence is always the same: people are tricked into giving away information they should never share with anyone.

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RA Central Bank creates instruments to combat scamming 
 Wednesday, March 11 2026 14:04

ArmInfo. The Central Bank of Armenia announces that, starting July 1, 2026, consumers will be able to block online financial transactions with one click via mobile banking and the organization's website. Unblocking will only be possible after identification and verification of the consumer's identity. As noted in the Central Bank's announcement, these self-protection tools and mechanisms are being implemented to combat fraud.

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IDBank Goes Global: Mher Abrahamyan`s Interview with the Los Angeles Times
 Tuesday, March 10 2026 15:04

ArmInfo.The prestigious American publication Los Angeles Times has spotlighted Armenia’s IDBank, highlighting the bank’s rapid growth, its successful digital transformation, and a new phase of international expansion.

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Armenia ranks 69th in defense spending - WB
 Tuesday, March 10 2026 13:34

ArmInfo. Armenia ranks 69th with $1.41 billion (5.5% of GDP) in the World Bank's (WB) unified statistics on defense spending for 2024. According to Georgian Business Media, the World Bank published unified statistics on defense spending by countries worldwide, according to which the global defense budget in 2024 will reach a record $2.65 trillion, representing an annual increase of $265 billion. Defense spending has grown by $600 billion over four years.

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Ameriabank`s inclusion in the London Stock Exchange`s (LSE) FTSE 100  index is a bright green light for international investors - RA CB  vice-chairman 
 Tuesday, March 10 2026 11:43

ArmInfo.Ameriabank's inclusion in the London Stock Exchange's (LSE) FTSE 100 index is a bright green light for international investors, signaling the opportunity to enter a high-quality market with a clear and predictable governance environment. This was stated by Armen Nurbekyan, Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia.

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Ameriabank in FTSE 100: a new benchmark for the Armenian financial  market
 Monday, March 9 2026 20:14

ArmInfo. Ameriabank's inclusion in the FTSE 100 index of one of the world's leading exchanges, the London Stock Exchange, is an unprecedented event for  the Armenian economy, according to Arman Barseghyan, Director of Retail Banking at Ameriabank.

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Armenia`s public debt exceeds $14.5 billion by 2026, pushing per  capita debt burden to $4.700
 Monday, March 9 2026 15:12

ArmInfo.In Armenia, the per capita debt burden reached $4.700 by January 1, 2026 (compared to  $4.200 in 2024). Moreover, the per capita debt burden from external debt increased from $2.100 to $2.300 (by 9.5%) in 2025, and from domestic debt from $2.1 thousand to $2.400 (a 14.3% increase).

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AraratBank Earns RIA Money Transfer’s Partner of the Year in Armenia for the Seventh Consecutive Year
 Monday, March 9 2026 15:01

ArmInfo.AraratBank has been named RIA Money Transfer's Partner of the Year in Armenia for 2025 — the seventh consecutive year the Bank has earned this recognition. The achievement speaks to a long-standing and highly effective partnership, as well as AraratBank's consistently strong and leading position in the country's financial sector.

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