Economy
The IMF’s October outlook projects global growth of 3.1% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027. Gains from AI investment remain uneven, while inflation pressure persists. We examine why energy importers and lower-income countries face a harder outlook than the headline average suggests.
Economy
The government forecasts a record oilseed crop above 5 million tonnes. As of October 13, farmers had harvested 3.7 million tonnes of oilseeds and 23 million tonnes of grain. The distinction between an achieved harvest and a forecast matters, as do storage, processing and transport after the fields are cleared.
Economy
Kazakhstan’s agriculture ministry has set a $1.5 billion export target for oilseed products by 2028. Revenue rose from $247 million to $1.232 billion over five seasons. The key test is whether raw materials and processing capacity can support the next step.
Economy
India has announced recruitment for four railway job categories. Applications close on November 6 and initial basic pay starts at ₹29,200 a month. Here are the requirements and official sites to avoid fake application portals. India’s Ministry of Railways announced 3,548 graduate-level NTPC vacancies on October 11.
Economy
Greek company Metlen is discussing recovery of valuable metals from metallurgical waste. Kazakhstan’s foreign ministry reported talks about project phases, logistics and support, not a plant launch.
Economy
Government, employers and unions agreed principles for AI at work. Decisions affecting people’s rights should still involve a person; the labour ministry also disclosed usage figures for existing services.
Economy
An organic spice shipment left Meghalaya for Singapore during the IFAD president’s visit. Behind it is a cooperative linked to 5,500 farmers and the question of whether investment reaches producers.
Economy
UNCTAD projects global economic growth of 2.6% in 2026, down from 2.9% last year, even while trade volumes may rise about 4%. We explain why stronger trade does not spread gains evenly and how concentrated AI investment fits the picture.
Economy
Kazakhstan reported a $2.4 billion current-account surplus for the first half of 2026, reversing a deficit in the same period last year. We examine the export figures and explain why a stronger external balance does not by itself guarantee a stronger currency.
Economy
The 57th GST Council recommended easier registration, refunds and appeals, plus a higher prosecution threshold. The proposals are not all law yet. India's Goods and Services Tax Council published recommendations from its 57th meeting on 8 October. They cover registration, returns, refunds and adjudication.
Economy
City career centres report 3,547 permanent placements this year. We examine current internships and vacancies without confusing programme results with the whole labour market. Astana's city administration said on 8 October that career centres had assisted 8,183 young people since the start of 2026. Of those, 3,547 had found permanent jobs.
Economy
A three-kilometre technical water main serving businesses and municipal facilities is being rebuilt. Here is what the reported progress does and does not mean. Astana's city administration said on 8 October that a technical water main is being reconstructed along Dosmukhameduly Street, between Akzhol Street and Alash Avenue. The new line will exceed three kilometres.
Economy
The regulator has detailed findings from an investigation into coordinated securities transactions and measures taken against those involved. On 8 October the Bank of Russia said a group of affiliated companies and their owners had made coordinated trades in Sibur Holding and Rostelecom bonds in 2025.
Economy
Destatis reports lower exports and higher imports from July to August. One monthly change is a signal, not proof of a lasting downturn. Germany's Federal Statistical Office, Destatis, published provisional August 2026 trade figures on 8 October. On a seasonally and calendar adjusted basis, goods exports fell 0.8% from July, while imports rose 0.9%.
Economy
A Kazakh–Hungarian business forum brought Shymkent and Debrecen companies together to discuss manufacturing, infrastructure and investment. The city reported 500 billion tenge in investment over eight months of 2026. No value for new contracts was announced, and a city partnership memorandum was still planned.
Economy
Kazakhstan exported 88,800 tonnes of rice in January–July, up 25.3%, according to its statistics bureau. Output rose and imports fell, yet export revenue stayed near $24.7 million. The gap between tonnage and earnings is the key part of this story.
Economy
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva says AI investment, expensive energy and mounting government debt are pulling the world economy in different directions. AI-related hardware already accounts for more than a tenth of goods trade, she said, but the gains are concentrated in relatively few economies.
Economy
Kazakhstan says heating is running in 11 regions. Semey missed the network-readiness deadline, while southern and western areas will connect on weather-based schedules. Here is what residents should watch as the heating season begins.
Economy
Kazakhstan’s transport minister reports a tenfold reduction in queue time on the Nur Zholy–Khorgos route. More than 11,000 digital freight passes have been issued. Here is what has been measured and what remains a target.
Economy
Kazakhstan’s government has revisited the future of its nuclear industry. Behind uranium extraction lie exploration, processing, engineering skills and long-term investment. Here is what the meeting covered and what would count as measurable progress.
Economy
Kazakhstan discussed potential projects with Kusto Group, CP Group and CP China across several sectors. Food processing, renewable power and digital infrastructure were on the table. The crucial distinction is between investor interest and binding commitments.
