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ArmInfo.The World Bank (WB) expects global economic growth to reach 2.6% in 2026 and 2.7% in 2027, according to its December Global Economic Prospects report. In June 2025, the bank projected GDP growth of 2.4% in 2026 and 2.6% the following year.

ArmInfo.AraratBank has emerged as the leader among Armenian banks in Brand PR coverage and publicity, achieving a 56.7% rating according to the 2025 annual results of Mediamax's "MaxMonitor" media monitoring, analysis and measurement platform.

ArmInfo. Armenia plans to establish rules for calculating and paying VAT in transactions involving the supply of goods to individuals through EAEU electronic platforms. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia's Committee on Economic Affairs issued a positive  opinion on the amendments to the Tax Code submitted by the RA government.

ArmInfo. It is clear that bridges must be built along various sections of the Armenian-Turkish border. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated this on the sidelines of the 15th Security Forum "Armenia and the World at the Crossroads of Risks and Opportunities."

ArmInfo. In Armenia, state-cofinanced programs will not be subject to profit tax from the year the financial resources are received, but will be assessed as  assets in constructed buildings and infrastructure. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the government-submitted amendments to the Tax Code.

ArmInfo.Armenian airlines that were previously unable to take advantage of the "air tax" exemption will now be eligible. At its January 14 meeting, the  National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the draft amendments to the Law "On State Duty," submitted by the Armenian  government for the first reading.

ArmInfo. In Armenia, the Cadastre Committee's service centers will be replaced by advisory centers. At its January 14 meeting, the National Assembly's Committee on Economic Affairs approved the amendments to the Law "On State Registration of Property Rights" submitted by the RA government.

ArmInfoArmenian authorities have made a final decision on the construction of a nuclear power plant with several small modular reactors. This was  stated by David Khudatyan, Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of the Republic of Armenia, in an interview with CIVICTV.

ArmInfo.Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia Narek Apitonyan  received the Charge d'Affaires of Iraq to the  Republic of Armenia, Muhammad Al-Sheikhli.

ArmInfo. In its latest Global Economic Prospects report released on January 13, the World Bank (WB) forecasts a gradual slowdown in Armenia's GDP growth in 2026-2027 to 4.9-4.7% from an estimated 5.2% in 2025 (after a slowdown in 2024 from 8.3% to 5.9% - Ed.).  At the same time, in the  countries neighboring Armenia, according to the new WB forecast, GDP growth in 2026-2027 will be lower in Azerbaijan at 1.8-1.7% (compared  to an estimated 1.9% in 2025), and higher in Georgia at 5.5-5% (compared to an estimated 7% in 2025).

ArmInfo. The unemployment rate in Armenia fell to 11.8% in the third quarter of 2025, down from 13.3% during the same period in 2024. According to  data from the RA Statistics Committee, the quarterly unemployment rate also decreased from 12.3% in the second quarter of 2025.

ArmInfo. Russia's international reserves reached a record $763.9 billion at the end of the day on December 26, the Central Bank reported on January 13.

ArmInfo.2025 was a successful year for Idram, marked by significant partnerships with major international players, a substantial increase in points of sale, international awards, and many other achievements.

ArmInfo. The global economy will grow by 2.7% in 2026, following 2.8% in 2025, according to a forecast from experts at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Growth will be constrained by further fragmentation of the global economy, increasing protectionism within countries, and weak investment activity resulting from growing global uncertainty.

ArmInfo. The Ministry of High-Tech Industry reported to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on its work in 2025. According to the PM's office, High-Tech Industry  Minister Mkhitar Hayrapetyan presented the ministry's priority areas  for 2025 and the results achieved in meeting the performance  indicators set for them.

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ArmInfo.  Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has commented on concerns in Armenian society about the import of Azerbaijani gasoline,  being fueled by  circles that have monopolized the country's gasoline market for many  years.

ArmInfo.  On January 13, a meeting- discussion was held at the RA Ministry of Economy with Minister Gevorg Papoyan and over three dozen businessmen and  investors in attendance.

ArmInfo. The amount collected by "The Power of One Dram" in December 2025, 5,788,105 AMD, was a record not only for the past year, but also for the 5-year history of the project. Let us remind you that the beneficiary of December was the "City of Smile" Charity Foundation, and all the money collected will go towards the treatment costs of children with cancer.