Growth Drivers by Economic Sector in Turkmenistan in the First Quarter of 2026
Ashgabat, April 3 | ORIENT.The national economy has maintained stable momentum in the first three months of the year. GDP growth was recorded at 6.3%, confirming the resilience of the financial system amid global transformations.
The transportation and communications sector demonstrated the highest growth, adding an impressive 10.3%. It was followed by trade and services, both up 8.3%. Construction (+6%), as well as industry and agriculture (both up 2.4%), demonstrated steady growth. These figures were announced at a meeting of the Turkmen government on Friday.
Total output increased by 10.4% compared to the same period in 2025. Retail turnover also increased by 10.4%, demonstrating strong purchasing power and a vibrant domestic market. Foreign trade turnover increased by 3.7%. Capital investment from all sources increased by 5.3%, indicating continued interest in long-term infrastructure projects.
