Published
05/26/2026, 17:00Over 63% of all microloans issued in Kyrgyzstan in the first quarter of 2026 were for the population’s consumer needs.
According to data from microcredit organisations, the total value of loans issued over the three-month period exceeded 23 billion KGS.
Agriculture came second in terms of lending volume, with over 16% of microloans directed towards the development of the agricultural sector. A further 9% was allocated to the retail and catering sectors.
This breakdown shows that microloans in Kyrgyzstan are still used primarily to cover the population’s day-to-day expenses, rather than for starting or expanding a business.
At the same time, the agricultural sector remains one of the key areas of microfinance, particularly in regions where small loans often serve as a source of working capital for farmers and agricultural enterprises.
