Meeting of the Financial Services Working Group

The AHK Azerbaijan Financial Services Working Group held its latest session, bringing together key stakeholders from the financial sector, business community, and regulatory bodies to discuss the growing importance of alternative financing solutions for businesses in Azerbaijan.

The meeting highlighted the critical role that diversified financing channels play in strengthening the local business environment, promoting sustainable financial growth, and facilitating broader participation in the capital markets.

The session opened with a warm welcome from Ilkin Guliyev, Chair of the Working Group, who provided an overview of the meeting’s objectives.

Farhad Mansurov, Chief Listing Advisor of Baku Stock Exchange. delivered a presentation on “Alternative Financing for Businesses: Benefits of Capital Markets.” He discussed the concept of alternative financing and its opportunities for businesses, highlighting the advantages of raising funds through the Baku Stock Exchange. He also covered different market segments and their specific requirements, outlined a roadmap for issuers to access the Baku Stock Bridge, and explained the key stages of the issuance process.

The session concluded with a Q&A session, allowing participants to engage with the speakers, clarify key points, and discuss practical aspects of alternative financing and capital market access.