Georgian Wine Moves to 16th Place in US Import Rankings

The prices for mining and quarrying decreased by 0.1 percent compared to August 2026, resulting in a -0.01 percentage point contribution to the overall monthly PPI change. In the same period, the prices for manufactured products decreased by 0.1 percent, contributing -0.05 percentage points to the monthly index change. Besides, the prices increased for electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning by 0.4 percent, contributing 0.04 percentage points to the monthly index change.The annual PPI rate was mainly affected by price changes for the following products: Mining and quarrying: the prices were 12.6 percent higher, contributing 0.88 percentage pointsto the overall annual index change. Within the group, the prices were higher for the subgroup ofmetal ores (12.1 percent); Manufactured products: the prices increased by 4.1 percent, contributing 3.22 percentagepoints to the overall annual index increase. There was a notable increase in the prices for foodproducts (4.1 percent) and basic metals (8.5 percent); Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning: the annual price increase amounted to 3.2 percent,which contributed 0.34 percentage points to the annual index change; Water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation services: the annual priceincrease amounted to 5.8 percent, which contributed 0.18 percentage points to the annual indexgrowth.

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Over the first three quarters combined, the country recorded nearly $3.8 billion in revenue, representing a 4.4% year-on-year growth. This information was released by the National Bank of Georgia (NBG).According to NBG data, EU countries accounted for 16.6% of total revenue from international travel in the third quarter of 2026, amounting to $310.2 million - a 30.2% increase compared to the same period last year.Statistics indicate growth in revenue from Russia, Israel, Azerbaijan, and Ukraine, with year-on-year increases of 32.3%, 24.8%, 18.6%, and 52.5%, respectively, reaching $334.2 million, $234.9 million, $78.8 million, and $68.4 million. Against the backdrop of war in the Middle East, travel-related revenues from Iran and Saudi Arabia have declined by 21.3% and 31.9% year-on-year, falling to 33.8 million USD and 58.5 million USD, respectively.In the third quarter of 2026, Georgia’s travel-related revenues, broken down by country, are distributed as follows:

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The 45-room hotel complex combines international standards with local cultural traditions. The property features a spa center a fitness club, an outdoor swimming pool a bar, lounge areas, a traditional Kakhetian-style courtyard, and the restaurant "Askaneli." The launch of the project has created over 150 new jobs in the region, contributing to the employment of the local population and fostering economic activity.According to Giorgi Tkhelidze, General Director of TBC Bank, tourism has emerged as a new strategic area of ​​focus within the framework of the 23-year partnership with Askaneli. According to him a priority for the bank is to finance projects that foster the economic development of the regions and ensure the implementation of high standards within the hospitality sector.Gocha Chkhaidze the founder of "Askaneli," noted that the new resort represents a synthesis of Georgian winemaking, gastronomy, culture and modern hospitality - a combination that will create additional opportunities for local winegrowers and partner businesses.

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In the period from January to September 2026, the top ten destination countries accounted for 62.8% of Georgia’s total domestic exports. In this regard, the largest export partners are: China – $566.8 million Russia – $523.2 million Turkey – $323.1 million In the period from January to September 2026, oil and petroleum products rank first among the top ten categories of domestic exports, amounting to $762.6 million, a share of 20.3% of total domestic exports. Ores and concentrates of precious metals rank second with $464 million (12.4% of total domestic exports), while ferroalloys occupy third place with $239 million (6.4% of total domestic exports).

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In January–September 2026, the ten largest export partner countries accounted for 67.8% of Georgia’s total exports. The top three export destinations were as follows: Kyrgyzstan – $650.2 million China – $583.1 million Azerbaijan – $566.7 million In January–September 2026, the ten largest import partners accounted for 69.2% of Georgia’s total imports. The top three are: Turkey – $2.18 billion China – $1.74 billion USA – $1.71 billion In January–September 2026, the ten largest trading partners accounted for 64.8% of Georgia’s total foreign trade turnover. The country’s largest trading partners are: Turkey – $2.54 billion China – $2.329 billion Russia – $2.21 billion According to Geostat data, for the period of January–September 2026, passenger cars ranked first among commodity groups in the top ten exports, amounting to $1.52 billion - which accounts for 24.9% of total exports. Oil and petroleum products rank second with $811.8 million (13.2% of total exports), while ores and concentrates of precious metals rank third with $464 million (7.5%).The largest import commodity group in January–September 2026 consisted of passenger cars, with imports amounting to $2.65 billion or 18.4% of total imports. Oil and petroleum products rank second with $1.4 billion (9.8% of imports), while packaged medicinal products rank third with $526.8 million (3.7% of imports).

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Lion Finance Group (BGEO LN) shares closed at GBP 125.80/share (+1.62% w/w and -8.18% m/m). More than 311k shares traded in the range of GBP 122.10 - 128.90/share. Average daily traded volume was 58k in the last 4 weeks. The volume of BGEO shares traded was at 0.72% of its capitalization.TBC Bank Group (TBCG LN) closed the week at GBP 50.80/share (+4.83% w/w and -0.20% m/m). More than 312k shares changed hands in the range of GBP 48.64 - 51.20/share. Average daily traded volume was 63k in the last 4 weeks. The volume of TBCG shares traded was at 0.56% of its capitalization.Georgia Capital (CGEO LN) shares closed at GBP 42.55/share (-2.41% w/w and -7.20% m/m). More than 180k shares traded in the range of GBP 42.00 - 45.35/share. Average daily traded volume was 37k in the last 4 weeks. The volume of CGEO shares traded was at 0.52% of its capitalization.

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“Georgian Railway plans to build a railway line of approximately 17.74 km in Anaklia, along with a new station, a railway junction and other related infrastructure,” the company said in a statement.Consultancy firms interested in supervising the design and construction of the new rail link can submit applications until 17:00 on 17 November 2026.

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In 2025, the adjusted hourly gender pay gap was 20.1% in the industrial sector and 10.9% in the service sector.Broken down by occupation/position, the adjusted hourly gender pay gap was highest among "plant and machine operators and assemblers," reaching 30.2%, followed by "technicians and associate professionals" (23.5%).

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