A quick look at some of the top business stories this week, including side hustles for Black women, a rising beverage company, a new transport corridor, and M&A communication mishaps. Read more...

Kazakhstan is embarking on significant infrastructure projects, including a new gas pipeline with China and upgrades to its water infrastructure, alongside a new terminal in Georgia. These initiatives aim to bolster regional connectivity and economic growth. Read more...

Iran's economy shows signs of activity with growth in vehicle manufacturing, plans to boost freight transit, and a rise in the price of the Bahar Azadi gold coin. Read more...

Azerbaijan is actively pursuing new economic opportunities with Central Baltic states and strengthening trade routes through the Middle Corridor, while facing challenges with Caspian Sea levels. Read more...

Tajikistan is actively expanding its economic partnerships, focusing on trade and infrastructure development with nations like Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, and Russia. Read more...

From tea brands going public in New York to bizarre 'bank soil' sales, and Iran's oil trade strategies, China's business world is buzzing with activity. Read more...

A summary of key economic developments in Central Asia, including infrastructure projects in Iran, investment in Kazakhstan's oil sector, and banking trends in Uzbekistan. Read more...

Recent developments highlight evolving trade dynamics, with China strengthening regional ties, the US facing dollar challenges, and Europe grappling with infrastructure project delays. Read more...

Kazakhstan is actively expanding its international relationships, signing agreements with Qatar and Cyprus, while also focusing on regional trade with Uzbekistan and domestic energy exploration. Read more...

Georgia and Turkmenistan collaborate on the Middle Corridor, while the EBRD focuses on boosting cooperation in Albania and Montenegro and modernizing Turkmenistan's banking sector. Read more...

Azerbaijan strengthens its regional energy presence through increased trade with Romania, power transmissions to Iran, and SOCAR's successful green bond offering, while Turkmenistan is poised to play a key role in the Southern Gas Corridor. Read more...