An unusual $2.2 million banking scam uncovered in Armenia

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YEREVAN, August 14. /ARКА/. A man suspected of embezzling 802.5 million drams from a bank and money laundering has been arrested in Armenia. The preliminary investigation has been completed, the press service of the RA Investigative Committee reported.

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A Major Business, Built with Own Hands: Royal Mattresses (VIDEO)

Banks
YEREVAN, August 14. /ARKA/. Approximately two decades ago, Aram Mnatsakanyan embarked on his journey as an entrepreneur by crafting high-quality mattresses.

IKO MACHINERY LLC issues bonds totaling 1.1 billion drams, with Cube Invest serving as placement arranger

Capital market
YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. By Decision No. 1/305 A issued by the Chairman of the Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia on July 15, 2026, the Program Prospectus for the nominal coupon bonds of IKO MACHINARY LLC has been officially registered.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Financial World at ”Hayordi” Camp with Idram&IDBank

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YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. Bank accounts, payment cards, deposits - to explain these and several other concepts and answer the kids' most burning financial questions, Idram and IDBank this time visited ''Hayordi'' Camp.
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A Major Business, Built with Own Hands: Royal Mattresses (VIDEO)

YEREVAN, August 14. /ARKA/. Approximately two decades ago, Aram Mnatsakanyan embarked on his journey as an entrepreneur by crafting high-quality mattresses.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Financial World at ”Hayordi” Camp with Idram&IDBank

YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. Bank accounts, payment cards, deposits - to explain these and several other concepts and answer the kids' most burning financial questions, Idram and IDBank this time visited ''Hayordi'' Camp.

VTB (Armenia) continues to develop its small business lending capabilities

YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. VTB (Armenia) small business clients now have access to the "Express" loan, which allows them to obtain up to 20 million Armenian drams for business development.

ACBA Federation summarizes achievements for 2025

YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. The ACBA Federation, dedicated to fostering innovative agriculture in Armenia, enhancing sector competitiveness, and empowering communities, has summed up its activities for the year 2025.

Economy

An unusual $2.2 million banking scam uncovered in Armenia

YEREVAN, August 14. /ARКА/. A man suspected of embezzling 802.5 million drams from a bank and money laundering has been arrested in Armenia. The preliminary investigation has been completed, the press service of the RA Investigative Committee reported.

Armenia’s total public debt as of June 2026 amounted to $13.9 billion

Armenia's total public debt as of June 30, 2026, amounted to $13,900.932 million, an increase of $8.476 million compared to May 31, 2026, according to a report by the Statistical Committee of Armenia.

4.5% Inflation Recorded in Armenia in July

Twelve-month inflation in the Armenian consumer market in July of this year was 4.5%, according to a report from the Statistical Committee.

Capital market

IKO MACHINERY LLC issues bonds totaling 1.1 billion drams, with Cube Invest serving as placement arranger

YEREVAN, August 13. /ARKA/. By Decision No. 1/305 A issued by the Chairman of the Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia on July 15, 2026, the Program Prospectus for the nominal coupon bonds of IKO MACHINARY LLC has been officially registered.

AMX conducts government bond auction totaling 40 billion drams

YEREVAN, August 11. /ARKA/. On August 11, the Armenia Securities Exchange (AMX) executed a government bond auction amounting to 40 billion drams, as reported by the exchange's press service.

Market capitalization exceeded 426 billion drams in July – Armenia Securities Exchange

Equity market capitalization exceeded 426 billion drams in July 2026, the press service of the Armenia Securities Exchange (AMX) reported.

Crypto

Central Bank of Armenia unveils two more draft regulations for cryptoasset regulation for public discussion

YEREVAN, August 13. /ARКА/. The Central Bank of Armenia has unveiled two more draft regulations for public discussion.

State Revenue Committee of Armenia discussed tax regulation of crypto assets with market participants

The State Revenue Committee of Armenia held a discussion with market participants on tax regulation of the cryptocurrency sector, the press service of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia reported.

Government securities dominate Armenia’s capital market, with a volume of approximately $7.4 billion – Galstyan

Government securities dominate Armenia's capital market, with a volume of approximately $7.4 billion in circulation, stated Martin Galstyan, Chairman of the Central Bank of the Republic.

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KPMG’s audit of Renshin confirms the accuracy of its financial statements – CFO

“The audit confirms key parameters such as capital adequacy, liquidity, and asset quality՞, said Kristine Chichyan, the company’s CFO.

External shocks are having little impact on Armenia so far, but investor caution will grow – INTERVIEW

Amid the S&P 500's worst quarter since 2022, rising global anxiety, and persistent geopolitical uncertainty, investors are increasingly asking whether this is a temporary market reaction or a deeper shift in investment logic.

Regular disclosure of information by issuers is one of key conditions for development of Armenian capital market – Ministry of Economy

Capital market development in Armenia is increasingly dependent not only on the growth in the number of issues and the expansion of instruments, but also on the quality of the environment in which investors make decisions.
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