Franklin Templeton plans to place $1.7 billion worth of Uzbekistan's assets on international markets

A large international investment company, Franklin Templeton, intends to place assets of Uzbekistan totaling $ 1.7 billion on the international markets by the beginning of 2026. The move is part of the country's broader strategy to liberalize the economy, deepen integration into the global financial system, and attract foreign direct investment.

According to representatives of Franklin Templeton, the assets to be placed include minority stakes in a number of large state-owned banks and enterprises, including the national air carrier Uzbekistan Airways. The implementation of these initiatives is expected to increase the country's investment attractiveness and ensure capital inflows to key sectors of the economy.

The process of preparing for the placement includes asset valuation, legal elaboration of the mechanisms of privatization, as well as cooperation with international and local financial institutions. Franklin Templeton intends to use its expertise in managing public assets and access to a wide range of investors to ensure transparent and efficient transaction execution.

The Government of Uzbekistan emphasizes the importance of such a partnership to accelerate economic reforms and increase the confidence of the global investment community. The placement of assets on foreign markets is considered as one of the key tools for ensuring sustainable economic growth, diversifying sources of financing and supporting the privatization process.