KZT in the spotlight: latest news

Kazakhstan's agricultural product processing share is expected to reach 70% by the end of the year, as announced during a recent meeting of the Headquarters for Ensuring Economic Growth, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin.

Kazakhstan's food and beverage production has significantly increased, exceeding government growth targets set for 2026 in the initial months of the year.

Meteorologists from "Kazhydromet" have forecasted a gradual warming trend across all regions of Kazakhstan from March 12 to March 14.

Kazakhstan's Minister of Industry and Construction, Yersayin Nagaspayev, announced that the country has exceeded its housing targets for the third consecutive year and aims to achieve a housing construction goal of 18.5 million square meters by 2026, according to Qazinform News Agency.

Kazakhstan's National Bank has announced its decision regarding the base interest rate. On March 6, the Monetary Policy Committee convened to discuss and determine the appropriate adjustments to the rate.

Kazakhstan's central bank faces heightened scrutiny from investors, businesses, and policymakers as it approaches March 2026. This comes amid persistently high inflation rates and ongoing challenges in borrowing.

The pantographs market in Kazakhstan is currently experiencing significant change, driven by the modernization of national infrastructure and the steady growth of related sectors. This transformation is expected to influence market dynamics through 2035.

The Kazakhstan market for Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) powder used in Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is emerging as a strategically important segment. Analysis and forecasts for this market extend to 2035, highlighting its potential growth and significance in various applications.

S&P Global Ratings has confirmed Kazakhstan's long-term sovereign credit rating at BBB- and its short-term rating at A-3, while projecting a slowdown in the country's GDP growth for 2026.

Kazhydromet has issued a weather forecast warning for severe frost in Eastern Kazakhstan. Experts predict temperatures could drop as low as 40 degrees Celsius between February 24 and 26, affecting most of the country.