Bishkek, Aug 4, 2026 /Kabar/. According to the Eurasian Development Bank weekly macro review, actions of the financial regulator of Kyrgyzstan aims at mitigating external inflationary pressure and leveling out the latest rise in fuel prices.
“The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic kept the key rate at 12% at on July 27. The decision was made in the context of rising inflation risks. Under the influence of external factors, the key contribution to inflation is made by rising prices for food and fuels and lubricants.
In turn, their rise in price is reflected in the prices of other goods and services. Maintaining current monetary conditions creates the preconditions for slowing inflation to the target of 5-7%. We forecast the rate to stand 12% till the end of 2026,” the EDB says.
