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  • Navoiyuran Reports 136% Surge in Net Profit for H1 2026

    Navoiyuran Reports 136% Surge in Net Profit for H1 2026

    Navoiyuran, a state enterprise in Uzbekistan, has reported a remarkable 136.1% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching nearly 4.3 trillion soums. This significant growth is compared to the 1.8 trillion soums recorded during the same period in 2025. The company’s net revenue also saw a substantial rise, growing by 101.8% year-on-year to 9.7 trillion soums, while gross profit surged by 109.1%, exceeding 7 trillion soums.

    The financial health of Navoiyuran has improved markedly, with total assets climbing to 19.8 trillion soums, reflecting a 70.5% increase from the previous year. Capital has also risen by 60.1% to 15 trillion soums, and retained earnings have increased by 73.3% to reach 13.3 trillion soums. Over the past year, the enterprise’s total profit amounted to 7.9 trillion soums, which is 56.6% higher than the previous year.

    However, the company has also seen an increase in long-term bank loans, which rose to 3.6 trillion soums by the end of the reporting period, compared to 1.6 trillion soums a year earlier. This increase in debt may be a point of concern as the company prepares for future growth.

    Looking ahead, Navoiyuran is planning to conduct an initial public offering (IPO) in the latter half of 2026, aiming to offer between 10 to 15 percent of its shares. Despite these ambitious plans, the company has yet to transition from a state-owned enterprise to a joint-stock company, which is a crucial step before the IPO can take place. The expected IPO could provide Navoiyuran with additional capital to further enhance its operations and financial standing in the competitive mining sector.

  • Kazakhstan’s Mining Sector Enters New Era as Dual AIX–Hong Kong IPO Signals Rising Global Integration

    Kazakhstan’s Mining Sector Enters New Era as Dual AIX–Hong Kong IPO Signals Rising Global Integration

    Kazakhstan’s mining industry took a major step toward global capital market integration in the summer of 2025 with the dual listing of Jiaxin International Resources Investment Limited on the Astana International Exchange (AIX) and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The company, which is developing the Boguty tungsten deposit under the “Zhetysu Tungsten” brand, conducted the first yuan-denominated IPO in Central Asia and the first cross-listing between AIX and Hong Kong.

    The offering drew massive investor interest, with demand exceeding supply by hundreds of times and share prices more than doubling on the first trading day. Analysts say the strong performance reflects growing confidence in Kazakhstan’s mining sector and its shift toward public market financing.

    The event aligns with global trends in resource development, where companies increasingly rely on stock exchanges in addition to bank lending and private investment. Countries such as Canada and Australia have long used public markets—particularly TSX and ASX—to fund early-stage exploration and junior mining companies, allowing them to evolve into major global producers.

    Kazakhstan is now moving along a similar path, supported by its substantial mineral base, established technical expertise, and a developing financial infrastructure. AIX’s simplified regime for junior listings enables exploration-stage companies to access public capital, creating opportunities for broader participation in the national resource sector.

    Jiaxin’s cross-listing illustrates how Kazakh projects can attract both regional and Asian investors. Experts expect more mining companies to follow, as investors seek exposure to real assets and mining firms pursue transparent, institutional financing channels.

    With international partnerships, expanding exchange infrastructure, and mounting interest from global markets, Kazakhstan is positioned to become part of the global network of exchanges that facilitate resource-sector investment. Industry observers say the sector is entering a new phase—one defined by openness, market-based financing, and deeper global integration.

  • Navoi Mining Secures $500M Eurobond Placement Ahead of IPO

    Navoi Mining Secures $500M Eurobond Placement Ahead of IPO

    Navoi Mining & Metallurgical Company (NMMC) has successfully completed a $500 million corporate bond placement in London, marking a significant step in its financial strategy as it prepares for a stock listing.

    The Uzbekistan state-owned enterprise, ranked as the fourth-largest gold producer globally, operates its vast resources primarily from the Muruntau deposit in the Kyzylkum Desert, which holds an estimated 150 million ounces of gold.

    The newly issued bonds, backed by favourable capital market conditions, carry a five-year tenor with an annual coupon rate of 6.75%. The offering was made available under Regulation S and Rule 144A of the US Securities Act, ensuring broader investor participation.

    Leading financial institutions, including Citi, JP Morgan, Société Générale, and MUFG, acted as joint bookrunners and lead managers for the transaction. Demand for the notes was robust, peaking at over $2.3 billion, making the issue more than 4.6 times oversubscribed.

    “The success of this bond placement reflects strong investor confidence in Uzbekistan’s economic reforms and NMMC’s sustainable growth prospects,” the company said in a statement.

    The proceeds will be directed towards optimising and diversifying NMMC’s credit portfolio under improved terms, as it moves towards its planned initial public offering (IPO) later this year. The Uzbek government has proposed selling up to 5% of the company in the IPO, positioning NMMC for further expansion in international markets.

  • Uzbekistan to Launch IPOs of Major State-Owned Companies from 2025 to 2028

    Uzbekistan to Launch IPOs of Major State-Owned Companies from 2025 to 2028

    Uzbekistan will offer shares of key state-owned enterprises on both domestic and international stock exchanges between 2025 and 2028, according to a presidential decree published on Lex.uz.

    The privatization plan includes initial public offerings (IPOs) and secondary public offerings (SPOs) of minority stakes in several strategic companies. These are:

    • Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Company (NMMC) – 10–15% (IPO)

    • Uzbekistan National Investment Fund JSC – 25% (IPO)

    • Navoiuran State Enterprise – 10–15% (IPO)

    • Uzbekistan Airways JSC – 15–20% (IPO)

    • Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex (AMMC) – 10–15% (IPO)

    • National Electric Grids of Uzbekistan JSC – 10–20% (IPO)

    • Uzbektelecom JSC – 10–15% (SPO)

    • Uzbekhydroenergo JSC – 15–20% (IPO)

    • Regional Electric Grids JSC – 20–25% (IPO)

    • Uztransgaz JSC – 15–20% (IPO)

    • Uzbekistan Airports JSC – 15–20% (IPO)

    • Hududgazta’minot JSC – 15–20% (IPO)

    The IPO process will be conducted in partnership with Franklin Templeton Asset Management, a major U.S.-based investment firm. The move is expected to attract international investors and foster greater transparency and modernization in Uzbekistan’s economic sectors.

    The State Commission for Privatization and Coordination of State Asset Privatization Processes has been granted the authority to adjust the size of the share packages, sales formats, and timing of the offerings as needed.

  • Venus Minerals IPO proceeding

    Venus Minerals IPO proceeding

    Highlights:

    Venus is proposing to raise up to £3 million from new investors, following which Ariana will hold approximately 35% of Venus.
    Venus is progressing towards an IPO on AIM during 3Q23, with marketing to commence imminently.
    The IPO will enable Venus to undertake a further exploration programme on its portfolio of 100%-owned copper/gold assets in Cyprus.

    Dr. Kerim Sener, Managing Director, commented: “We are very pleased to report the latest progress on Venus. With the support of its brokers and other advisers, Venus is currently expecting to advance toward listing on AIM during 3Q23. With a very strong pipeline of copper-gold exploration and development projects in Cyprus and a cutting-edge exploration model, Venus is strategically placed to capitalise on the global deficit currently predicted in the years ahead for the copper market. Cyprus is a well-established and low-risk mining jurisdiction in Europe, so now it is imperative for Europe to develop its own copper resources to support the global decarbonisation agenda. We expect Venus to help advance and develop a series of high-quality copper projects to satisfy this demand. Ariana looks forward to reporting further progress from Venus in due course.”

    Peter van der Borgh, Managing Director of Venus, added: “The Venus project portfolio is the culmination of years of geological fieldwork and research, which has resulted in a proprietary, island-wide database of historical exploration, and innovative exploration models for target selection. Ariana’s involvement over the past few years has enabled us to define JORC 2012 Resources, expand our portfolio to include several exciting new projects, and position ourselves for the IPO.”