This article analyzes the current state of the credit system for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Uzbekistan. Based on international experience and empirical research, the main constraints in SME financing are identified. The paper proposes strategic measures aimed at developing credit information infrastructure, introducing collateral-free lending mechanisms, promoting digital financing tools, and strengthening public guarantee schemes.

The article notes the need to improve the lending activities of commercial banks based on the introduction of digital technologies in the process of assessing the creditworthiness of potential borrowers. An analysis of innovative lending models in foreign countries is presented, issues of managing credit activities and credit risks, the main directions of development of digitalization of banking activities are considered

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of ways to increase the efficiency of the resource base of commercial banks, its economic significance in ensuring the stability of banking activities, and its role in enhancing the efficient use of financial resources. The study examines the structural composition of the bank resource base and its importance in liquidity management, expansion of lending capacity, and minimization of financial risks from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Particular attention is paid to improving mechanisms for attracting idle funds of households and business entities to the bank resource base, diversifying deposit and non-deposit funding sources, optimizing the cost of resources, and increasing the competitiveness of banks. The research findings contribute to identifying opportunities to strengthen the financial stability of the banking system and support economic development through improving the efficiency of the resource base of commercial banks

China is one of the world’s leading export-oriented economies and possesses one of the most advanced systems of state financial support for exports. At the core of this system lie specialized financial institutions including the Export-Import Bank of China, the China Development Bank, the state export credit insurance agency Sinosure, as well as budgetary and tax incentive mechanisms. The article analyzes the institutional structure and financial support mechanisms for export activities in the PRC and identifies the key factors underlying the high effectiveness of China’s model. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the main elements of China’s state export policy, including regulatory frameworks, instruments of crediting, insurance, subsidization, and the digitalization of foreign trade processes

This article analyzes the world experience in financing and lending investment projects and its theoretical and practical aspects. The study highlights the main mechanisms of financial support for investment projects in developed countries, including bank loans, project financing, public-private partnerships and the specific features of the participation of international financial institutions. Also, the priority areas of effective use of financial resources in investment processes, diversification of risks and improvement of the investment climate are scientifically substantiated. The article develops scientific and practical proposals and recommendations on increasing investment efficiency, reducing financial risks and improving the system of financing investment projects in Uzbekistan, based on the experience of the United States, Germany, Japan and South Korea

This research examines the influence of environmental risk management (ERM) on the credit portfolio stability of commercial banks in Uzbekistan, utilising secondary data from sustainability reports, regulatory publications, and international financial institutions. The results show that banks with more advanced ERM frameworks, which include environmental screening, green lending, and sustainability governance, have lower non-performing loan (NPL) ratios and better asset quality. On the other hand, banks that don’t use ERM as much are still more vulnerable to environmental and credit risks. The study finds that integrating environmental risks into the banking system in Uzbekistan is necessary to make it more financially stable and in line with global standards for sustainable finance

This article is devoted to the analysis of the role of commercial banks of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the development of the national economy, in particular, in financing investment projects, increasing the level of employment, and implementing innovative technologies. It highlights the priority areas for the development of the banking system of such strategic documents as the "New Uzbekistan - 2030" program and the Development Strategy for 2022-2026. Also, an in-depth analysis of the main indicators of the banking system of Uzbekistan (assets, loans, capital, and deposits) was conducted. In particular, the differences between state-owned banks and other banks, their market share, and their impact on economic stability are shown based on statistical data. The analysis revealed that state-owned banks have a dominant position in the market, but other banks can compete almost equally in attracting deposits. Information on the lending activities of commercial banks and the volume of non-performing loans (NPL) was also presented, and the risks and effectiveness in this area were assessed

This article examines the key risks faced by banks in forming green credit portfolios and identifies effective strategies for risk management. Drawing on international experience, the study analyzes the nature of credit, climate, transition, technological, operational, market, and greenwashing risks. The findings demonstrate that green loans possess a more complex risk profile compared to traditional lending and require the implementation of environmental taxonomies, energy-efficiency certification, independent audits, and state-supported financing mechanisms. For Uzbekistan, adopting these tools can improve the quality of bank credit portfolios, reduce environmental risks, and accelerate the country’s green economic transition.

This article highlights the importance of introducing digital technologies and blockchain systems in increasing the efficiency of innovative processes in the activities of commercial banks and ensuring competitiveness. The role of modern information technologies, in particular blockchain platforms, in the process of digitizing the bank lending system, their functional capabilities, level of security and efficiency of use are analyzed. The article also details the trends in the digitalization of the economy, the spread of mobile and Internet services, the share of the ICT sector in GDP, and the development of e-commerce. The need to use economic and mathematical (econometric) models in assessing and forecasting economic processes is substantiated.

The article is devoted to the analysis of a deep theoretical understanding of the investment process in the context of the formation and development of a new stage of the information society associated with digitalization, studying the transformation of behavioral aspects of economic entities, studying the institutional conditions for the interaction of investors using decentralized investment instruments.

This article analyzes the experience of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in financing small business entities through commercial banks. Based on SBA practices such as credit guarantees, interest rate regulation, business development centers, and digital infrastructure, strategic recommendations tailored to Uzbekistan’s context are proposed. These include strengthening credit guarantee systems, launching a digital guarantee portal, establishing advisory centers, regulating interest rates, and improving monitoring systems. The proposed measures aim to enhance the efficiency of small business financing mechanisms in Uzbekistan.