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Partner materials | 2026/07/07 16:30
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), one of the world's leading international financial institutions with an AAA credit rating, and Converse Bank, one of the leading participants in the Armenian capital market, announce the successful completion of the placement of the EBRD's AMD-denominated bonds.Converse Bank acted as the EBRD's key partner throughout the t...
News | 2026/07/07 11:17
Armenia Stock Exchange (AMX) has summarized the trading activity for June 2026. During the month, a dynamic trading environment has been maintained, highlighting growing investor confidence and market activity.On the primary auction platform of AMX, the allocation volume of government bonds was more than 43․3 billion AMD. Meanwhile, 82 transactions were conducted on the secondary market, with a to...
Partner materials | 2026/07/06 16:23
The Power of One Dram, My Forest Armenia, and the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra have concluded the Symphonic Forest project, launched in Shirak with the goal of planting 20,000 trees. The project was wrapped up with the Symphonic Journey concert, with all proceeds from ticket sales dedicated to planting even more trees in the forest.As part of the initiative, 15,758 trees have already been pla...
Partner materials | 2026/07/06 11:10
Intense competition, new discoveries and meaningful fun: this perfectly captures the spirit of beloved Junius financial online tournament. After a short break, the tournament returned with its fourth round, which has now come to conclusion. For about a month, 3rd to 8th-grade students competed against each other to test their knowledge of mathematics and finance. The latest r...
Partner materials | 2026/07/03 13:47
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is set to launch a new AMD 5 billion floating-rate bond issuance in the Armenian capital market, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the development of local currency financing and deepening Armenia’s financial markets.The bond placement is scheduled to take place on 7 July 2026 through an auction on the Armenia Securities Exchange (...
Partner materials | 2026/07/02 18:08
Idram and IDBank conducted a series of three-day financial literacy training sessions for over 460 participants of the AI Camp organized by the FAST Foundation. With the exponential rise of technology and AI, staying safe in the digital space is becoming increasingly vital for teenagers. This time, the financial literacy course of Idram and IDBank had two main focuses: fraud prevention...
Partner materials | 2026/07/02 11:57
Sometimes the best ideas are born not in the office or around the meeting table, but during a break. A cup of coffee, a delicious lunch, a short chat with colleagues, a fresh idea, or simply a few moments away from the daily routine. And when those moments also earn you idcoins, the day becomes even better.From July 1 to August 31, 2026 (inclusive), every day between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, you can...
Partner materials | 2026/07/01 17:57
How modern fintech solutions are changing consumer behavior, expanding financial opportunities for businesses, and stimulating the economy was the focus of the presentation "When Financial Technology Becomes a Sales Engine," delivered by Grigori Yolyan, Head of the Commercial Partnership Department at IDBank, during Mantashyants Global Business Forum 2026. The key idea of the...
Partner materials | 2026/06/29 15:52
Looking for a remote job these days could result in losing control over your own phone instead of bringing the long-awaited income. Scammers are actively using a sophisticated cyberextortion scheme, in which your smartphone is remotely locked under the guise of “setting up work software”, and a ransom is demanded. How the scam works: from a “job vacancy” to device lockout· F...
Partner materials | 2026/06/29 12:14
AraratBank continues to expand access to competitive financing for SMEs by adopting international standards and advanced technologies, reinforcing its role in supporting sustainable economic growth in Armenia.The International Day of Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, marked on June 27, provides another opportunity to reflect on the achievements of a sector that contributes significantly...
News | 2026/06/29 11:57
"Extreme heat is emerging as a structural economic risk, with Europe highly exposed," wrote the trade credit arm of European insurer Allianz as the continent swelters under its second heatwave of the year.Europe has a number of weaknesses: an ageing population, dense urban centres with many buildings not built for extreme heat, and just 19 percent of households with air conditioning comp...
Partner materials | 2026/06/26 18:21
On June 24, 2026, AraratBank held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. In 2025, the Bank strengthened its position in the banking sector, expanded its services, and established significant partnerships with leading international financial institutions.“We recorded encouraging results and sustained growth during the year. Greater emphasis is placed on the Bank’s vision for the years ahead, p...
Partner materials | 2026/06/26 18:02
Converse Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a financing agreement of up to USD 15 million aimed at expanding access to finance for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Armenia, including women-led businesses, and promoting sustainable investments.Under the agreement, ADB will provide up to USD 13 million, while up to USD 2 million is provided by the Canadian Climate...
News | 2026/06/26 16:24
On June 25, the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan welcomed Armenian friends and partners to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States and continue its Freedom250 commemoration, a yearlong initiative marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This year’s celebration marked a historic milestone in American history and highlighted the enduri...
Partner materials | 2026/06/25 16:52
Armenia’s two largest QR payment systems, IdramNet and ArcaQR, are joining forces to enable interoperability between their networks. As a result, Idram users will now be able to make fast and convenient payments by simply scanning ArcaQR codes directly through the Idram&IDBank app.Arsene Kdenian, Director of Idram, commented: “Idram remains committed to its mission of expanding opportunities f...
