Tajikistan has released its first-ever practical guide to the stock market, marking a milestone in the country’s financial education efforts. The publication was authored by Nigina Abdurahmonzoda, Director of the Securities and Special Registration Agency under the Ministry of Finance, and Daler Sodiqov, Deputy Head of the Financial Department and Head of International Relations at Eskhata Bank.
“The publication is an important step toward improving financial literacy and developing an investment culture in the country. It has been prepared as an accessible practical guide for students, young professionals, beginner investors, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of how modern financial markets operate,” Ms. Abdurahmonzoda told Asia-Plus.
A stock market is a system where securities—such as stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments—are bought and sold. In simple terms, it is a platform where companies raise funds from investors, while investors seek to earn returns through price growth or income such as dividends and interest.
Abdurahmonzoda emphasized that the book is the first to systematically present fundamental knowledge about the stock market with consideration of Tajikistan’s national specifics. “This makes it not only an educational resource but also a contribution to the development of the country’s capital market infrastructure,” she said.
According to her, the guide was prepared as part of implementing directives issued by President Emomali Rahmon.
Co-author Daler Sodiqov noted that the guide is also available in electronic format in three languages—Tajik, Russian, and English—allowing users to study the basics of investing at their convenience.
“We are confident that this publication will become a significant contribution to the formation of a new generation of investors and the development of financial education in Tajikistan,” he said.
Sodiqov added that achieving these goals opens new opportunities for cooperation with international financial organizations, adoption of best practices, and strengthening Tajikistan’s position in the global investment market.
