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Deputy on VAT increase: we need to address priority issues first.

Deputy on VAT increase: we need to address priority issues first.

In the Mazhilis, a new package of amendments to the Tax Code draft was discussed.
Drones: a billion-dollar industry emerging in Kazakhstan.

Drones: a billion-dollar industry emerging in Kazakhstan.

How the field of unmanned aerial systems is developing in the country.
Kazakhstan will once again monitor the expenditure of funds from the National Fund.

Kazakhstan will once again monitor the expenditure of funds from the National Fund.

A special commission has resumed its work in the country.
Standard & Poor's has reaffirmed Kazakhstan's sovereign credit rating.

Standard & Poor's has reaffirmed Kazakhstan's sovereign credit rating.

"Discover why a major rating agency just gave a surprising boost to a nation's credit outlook! Find out how strong fiscal policies and booming oil production are reshaping its economic future. You won't believe the potential impact on global markets!"
In January, inflation accelerated in 14 regions of Kazakhstan.

In January, inflation accelerated in 14 regions of Kazakhstan.

The National Bank announced this.
From Farm to Fungi: Discover how a mushroom farm in Kazakhstan cultivates delicious champignons.

From Farm to Fungi: Discover how a mushroom farm in Kazakhstan cultivates delicious champignons.

She produces up to 2,000 tons of champignon mushrooms annually.
Not just utilities: which sectors of the U.S. economy could be profitable for investors?

Not just utilities: which sectors of the U.S. economy could be profitable for investors?

The administration of President Donald Trump is already implementing several of its campaign promises, which are directly impacting the stock markets.
How will Trump's new tariffs on imported steel and aluminum impact Kazakhstan?

How will Trump's new tariffs on imported steel and aluminum impact Kazakhstan?

They will come into effect on March 12, 2025.
Kazakhstan's financial sector is going digital, and so is its oversight.

Kazakhstan's financial sector is going digital, and so is its oversight.

Digitalization not only shifts financial services into an electronic format but also transforms the very nature of the financial market.
Police have reached out to Astana residents due to inclement weather conditions.

Police have reached out to Astana residents due to inclement weather conditions.

Law enforcement officials strongly advise residents of Astana to refrain from long-distance travel, reports Kazpravda.kz.
Deputy: Banks are hesitant to engage with Kazakhstani factories due to concerns over the export of their products to Russia.

Deputy: Banks are hesitant to engage with Kazakhstani factories due to concerns over the export of their products to Russia.

They are concerned about being included in the sanctions lists.
Want a lamb? Ask for a camel: the government has proposed a new VAT rate.

Want a lamb? Ask for a camel: the government has proposed a new VAT rate.

Through which they aim to collect an additional 4-5 trillion tenge in taxes.
Economic challenges in Kazakhstan and their solutions: highlights from the Parasat Business Club roundtable discussion.

Economic challenges in Kazakhstan and their solutions: highlights from the Parasat Business Club roundtable discussion.

Experts discussed the proposed increase in VAT and the maintenance of the high base rate set by the National Bank.
In 2024, banks in Kazakhstan increased their tax payments.

In 2024, banks in Kazakhstan increased their tax payments.

Analysts warn that loan conditions may deteriorate due to increasing inflationary pressures and a rise in the base interest rate.
Elena Bakhmutova: The current conditional-contributory pension system should be eliminated.

Elena Bakhmutova: The current conditional-contributory pension system should be eliminated.

Can Kazakhstan's pension system operate without employer contributions?
In Kazakhstan, there are proposals to grant KTZ exclusive rights for transit transportation.

In Kazakhstan, there are proposals to grant KTZ exclusive rights for transit transportation.

The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan insists on the urgent introduction of amendments to the country's legislation.
A new meat processing plant will be launched in the Almaty region.

A new meat processing plant will be launched in the Almaty region.

It received an investment of 2.5 billion tenge.
Alexander Derigлазов and his brother have sold their stake in "Meloman."

Alexander Derigлазов and his brother have sold their stake in "Meloman."

According to the entrepreneur, the funds raised will be used to pay off bank loans and to further develop the remaining aspects of the business.
Vehicle movement has been restricted in several regions of Kazakhstan.

Vehicle movement has been restricted in several regions of Kazakhstan.

Drivers have been warned about adverse weather conditions on the regional highways, according to Kazpravda.kz.
Kazakhstan plans to introduce an additional excise tax on fuel.

Kazakhstan plans to introduce an additional excise tax on fuel.

Due to the cancellation of government price regulations on fuel.
Kazakhstan may introduce new excise tax rates for gasoline and diesel fuel.

Kazakhstan may introduce new excise tax rates for gasoline and diesel fuel.

80% of the additional revenue from the sale of fuel will be allocated to the budget.
Traffic has been restricted on the highway in the Zhambyl region.

Traffic has been restricted on the highway in the Zhambyl region.

"KazAvtoZhol" has warned drivers about adverse weather conditions in the Zhambyl region, according to Kazpravda.kz.
Vehicle movement has been restricted in two regions of Kazakhstan.

Vehicle movement has been restricted in two regions of Kazakhstan.

Employees of "KazAvtoZhol" have issued a warning about adverse weather conditions on the republican highways, as reported by Kazpravda.kz.
Analysts predict that raising the VAT rate will lead to a 4% increase in inflation.

Analysts predict that raising the VAT rate will lead to a 4% increase in inflation.

This move may be justified in terms of increasing budget revenues, but experts are skeptical about its impact on the business environment and consumers.
Halyk has enhanced its auto cash register services for entrepreneurs.

Halyk has enhanced its auto cash register services for entrepreneurs.

Business clients of Halyk Bank can now withdraw and deposit funds at self-service kiosks even more quickly, the bank announced.
Teniz Capital: In the first half of the year, we anticipate two M&A transactions between banks.

Teniz Capital: In the first half of the year, we anticipate two M&A transactions between banks.

Similar mergers and acquisitions can also occur in the insurance sector.
What could be the consequences of a sharp increase in the VAT rate in Kazakhstan?

What could be the consequences of a sharp increase in the VAT rate in Kazakhstan?

Business representatives, experts, and a member of parliament are discussing.
Funds from the National Fund will be requested solely for the construction of major infrastructure projects, according to Bektenov.

Funds from the National Fund will be requested solely for the construction of major infrastructure projects, according to Bektenov.

Today, expenses for subsidies are continuously increasing across all sectors, the Prime Minister noted.
Tokayev: It's time to tighten our belts and live within our means.

Tokayev: It's time to tighten our belts and live within our means.

The President shared his views on the economic policy for 2025.
Why have potato prices in Kazakhstan surged dramatically?

Why have potato prices in Kazakhstan surged dramatically?

In January, the price of this product at certain retail locations exceeded 500 tenge.