Uzbekistan's economy grows 8.5% as investment and exports surge in H1 2026

Uzbekistan's economy grew 8.5% in the first half of 2026, driven by expanding services and investment, according to official figures presented at a presidential review. Investment reached €24.6 billion and exports €12.7 billion in the period. Moody's upgraded Uzbekistan's sovereign credit rating, and Fitch shifted its outlook to positive.