Azerbaijan Non-Oil Exports Grow 20.8 Percent in 2026
Azerbaijan reported a 20.8 percent increase in non-oil and gas exports and a 1.4 percent rise in agricultural production through October 2026.
The Government of Azerbaijan reported significant growth in its non-oil and gas sectors between January and October 2026. Non-oil and gas exports, excluding non-monetary gold, rose 20.8 percent year-on-year to reach $3.6 billion. October alone saw a 23 percent increase, with exports totaling $414.2 million.
Agricultural and agro-industrial exports drove a substantial portion of this growth, combining for $1.2 billion. Agricultural exports increased 12.7 percent to $866.9 million, while agro-industrial exports grew 28.8 percent to $334.9 million. The sugar and sugar confectionery sector saw the most dramatic rise, increasing 2.4-fold. Other gains were recorded in organic chemicals, aluminium, and iron and steel articles.
Complementing the export data, domestic agricultural production rose 1.4 percent compared to the previous year. Total agricultural goods produced between January and October 2026 were valued at AZN 13.1233 billion, or approximately $7.72 billion.
