Economics

Six in 10 borrowers in Uzbekistan struggle to repay loans on time – Central Bank survey

Borrowers in Uzbekistan spend, on average, 51% of their monthly income on debt repayments, according to a new survey by the Central Bank. The study also found that 61% of borrowers have difficulty meeting their repayment obligations on time.

A recent Central Bank survey reveals that six out of ten borrowers in Uzbekistan encounter difficulties in making timely loan repayments. The study, conducted during the first half of 2026, encompassed 5

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