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Fed resets global rate cycle as Azerbaijan builds monetary buffer

Fed resets global rate cycle as Azerbaijan builds monetary buffer

The US Federal Reserve (Fed) raised interest rates on Wednesday for the first time in more than three years, increasing the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00%. The move, which fully met market expectations, also signaled new rate hikes in the near future. The decision by the monetary authority of the world’s largest economy effectively signals the beginning of a new phase in global financial markets.

Nation
Azerbaijan warns of new global and regional security threats

Azerbaijan warns of new global and regional security threats

A delegation led by Colonel General Ali Naghiyev, head of the State Security Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan, has participated in the 28th meeting of the Conference of Special Services of Turkic States, held in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Oil & Gas
BTC oil flows through Türkiye fall 9.5% as SOCAR takes pipeline control

BTC oil flows through Türkiye fall 9.5% as SOCAR takes pipeline control

In August 2026, 15.112 million barrels of oil were transported through Türkiye via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline. For comparison, the figure stood at ...

Business
Azerbaijan’s construction materials production rises 9% to 1 billion manats

Azerbaijan’s construction materials production rises 9% to 1 billion manats

The total value of production in Azerbaijan’s construction materials sector amounted to 1,005.3 million manats in January-August 2026, increasing by 9.0% compared with the same period of the previous year.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenian Minister: Azerbaijani gasoline helped limit fuel price increase

Armenian Minister: Azerbaijani gasoline helped limit fuel price increase

Armenia’s Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan has said that gasoline prices in the country have increased less than on global markets.

World
Singapore’s Changi Airports International interested in Georgia’s planned Vaziani airport

Singapore’s Changi Airports International interested in Georgia’s planned Vaziani airport

Singapore-based Changi Airports International (CAI) has expressed interest in operating and investing in Georgia’s planned new international airport in Vaziani, following meetings between the company’s management and Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and Economy Minister Mariam Kvrivishvili.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Celebrities to perform at Grape and Wine Festival [VIDEO]

Celebrities to perform at Grape and Wine Festival [VIDEO]

The Grape and Wine Festival, to be held in Shamakhi on September 19-20, will feature a varied programme of concerts and entertainment for visitors.

Culture
Documentary on Azerbaijani female Everest climber premiered in Baku [PHOTOS]

Documentary on Azerbaijani female Everest climber premiered in Baku [PHOTOS]

A documentary film titled "I Made Zero One", dedicated to Azerbaijani female mountaineer Vafa Musayeva, who climbed Mount Everest, has been presented.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Events
Future of Hormuz shipping remains uncertain despite Iran-Oman understanding

Future of Hormuz shipping remains uncertain despite Iran-Oman understanding

Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on specific entry and exit routes for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz following several weeks of negotiations. The Iranian side said maps and a joint document had been prepared for presentation to the Gulf states. The proposal is aimed less at "reopening" the strait than at establishing a coordinated and more predictable route for commercial shipping amid the current crisis.

Sports
Azerbaijan Cup final to be held in Ganja for first time

Azerbaijan Cup final to be held in Ganja for first time

The Azerbaijan Cup final will be held at Ganja City Stadium for the first time.

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