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The value of natural gas decreased

— ECONOMY
Futures quotes for natural gas on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) have fallen. “Elchi” reports that natural gas futures in commodity markets have lost 3.09% of their value, reaching 2.7931 US dollars per 1 million BTU (British thermal unit). The value of gas per megawatt-hour on the Netherlands’ “Title Transfer Facility” (TTF) platform has […]
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Gold prices rise in global commodity markets

— ECONOMY
Trading in precious metals in global commodity markets has ended with mixed dynamics. elchi reports that on the COMEX exchange, the price of 1 troy ounce of gold for August futures increased by 20.60 US dollars, or 0.51%, to 4,070.80 US dollars. Spot gold also became more expensive by 3.31 US dollars, or 0.08%, reaching […]
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Russia’s payment system has suspended money transfers to Azerbaijan

— ECONOMY
The Russian payment system “Zolotaya Korona” has suspended money transfers to Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, and several other countries following the European Union’s 21st package of sanctions against Russia. “Elchi” reports that the list of countries where online money transfers from Russia are possible on the system’s official website now includes only Uzbekistan, Turkey, and Kyrgyzstan. […]
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The price of Azerbaijani oil has fallen below 103 dollars

— ECONOMY
The price of Azerbaijani oil in the world market has decreased. elchi reports that the price of a barrel of “Azeri Light” brand oil has decreased by 6.37 dollars or 5.84%, reaching 102.73 dollars. It should be noted that the lowest price for “Azeri Light” oil was recorded on April 21, 2020 (15.81 US dollars), […]
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Gold and silver production in Azerbaijan has decreased, while gold exports have increased

— ECONOMY
In January-June 2026, 1316.5 kilograms of gold were produced in Azerbaijan. elchi reports, citing the State Statistical Committee, that this is 17.8% less compared to the same period of the previous year. In addition, 1808.2 kilograms of silver were produced during the reporting period. Compared to January-June 2025, silver production decreased by 6.9%. As of […]
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Tea exports from Azerbaijan have increased, while imports have decreased

— ECONOMY
In January-June of this year, 437.20 tons of tea worth 8 million 801.35 thousand US dollars were exported from Azerbaijan to foreign markets. “Elchi” reports that this was noted in the State Customs Committee’s report. Compared to the same period last year, tea exports increased by 23.8% in volume and 19.35% in value. In the […]
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The price of Azerbaijani oil has exceeded 109 dollars

— ECONOMY
The price of “Azeri Light” (CIF) brand Azerbaijani oil has increased in world markets. elchi reports that the price of 1 barrel of Azerbaijani oil has increased by 8.54 dollars, or 8.5%, reaching 109.10 US dollars. It should be noted that the previous price of Azerbaijani oil was 100.56 US dollars. We remind you that […]
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Gold and silver prices have fallen again

— ECONOMY
The value of futures for one troy ounce (31.1 grams) of gold in commodity markets has decreased. elchi reports, citing stock exchange data, that the value of June 2026 futures for one troy ounce of gold on the New York COMEX commodity exchange decreased by 0.52% to 4029.1 US dollars. The price of July 2026 […]
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Today’s currency exchange rates

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The Central Bank of Azerbaijan has announced today’s currency exchange rates. According to elchi, the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged at 1.7000 manats on July 24. The Turkish lira depreciated to 0.0359 manats, the Russian 100 rubles to 2.1711 manats, and the Euro to 1.9345 manats. Currency Code Rate 1 US Dollar […]
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The value of natural gas on the commodity exchange has increased

— ECONOMY
The price of natural gas futures quotes on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) has increased. elchi reports that the price of natural gas futures for delivery in August 2026 increased by 0.38% to 2.93 US dollars per 1 million BTU (British thermal unit).