Capital markets play a very important role in providing financial resources necessary for the production of goods and services in the real sector of the economy. In this regard, it is crucial to develop the capital markets within the framework of the Islamic financial system, expanding its capabilities and providing new financial instruments for market participants. This article analyzes the theoretical foundations of the Islamic capital market, the experience of countries around the world in its organization, the activities of institutions in the Islamic capital market, research and discussions on investments in securities markets. The paper explaines the principles of the Islamic capital market and the processes of implementing contracts used in this market. It provides some suggestions on using the advantages of the Islamic capital market in our country

This article examines the historical evolution of capital market theory, its modern development trends, and the fundamental regularities of market mechanisms within the global financial system. The study explores theoretical and practical aspects of diversification, risk–return relationships, price formation mechanisms, information transparency, liquidity, and investor behavior. Differences between developed and emerging markets, the growing impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence on capital market models, and the specific features of Uzbekistan’s capital market are also analyzed. The findings demonstrate that although capital market theory has universal principles, it must be adapted to the institutional environment of each country

This article analyzes current issues in the development of the stock market, as well as factors contributing to the activation of joint-stock companies’ participation in the capital market. In addition, the main problems hindering the development of the stock market state intervention, infrastructure deficiencies, low financial literacy of the population, and weak liquidity in the securities market are examined on a scientific basis. The empirical part of the study reveals the role of the capital market in economic growth based on the dynamics of global IPO proceeds and the capitalization of Apple Inc. The results of the article serve as a basis for developing scientific and practical recommendations for the development of the stock market

This article analyzes the current state of investment activity in Uzbekistan's capital market, focusing on existing institutional and financial challenges and potential solutions. Based on international experience, the study examines the investment climate, trading volume dynamics, and the diversification of financial instruments. The findings suggest that enhancing investment activity in the capital market requires the introduction of innovative instruments, the development of digital infrastructure, and the strengthening of investor confidence as key strategic directions.

This article examines the structure of resource bases and capital adequacy mechanisms in major international commercial banks, with a focus on JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo. The analysis reveals that deposits remain the primary source of funding, while long-term liabilities and shareholder equity play a crucial role in ensuring financial stability. The Basel Committee’s capital adequacy standards serve as an essential benchmark, enhancing banks’ capacity to absorb risks. The findings are of practical relevance for Uzbekistan’s banking sector in terms of diversifying resource bases, optimizing capital structure, and strengthening liquidity management.

The article analyzes the role of regulatory institutions in the ecosystem of the Islamic capital market and their contribution to the sustainable development of the market. The Islamic capital market is a significant component of the global financial system, ensuring economic stability through offering financial instruments such as sukuk, Islamic stocks, and others. The article highlights the importance of Shariah supervisory boards, international standard-setting organizations such as AAOIFI and IFSB, and other regulatory institutions.

This article explores the applicability of the Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework to the insurance market of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Drawing upon international best practices, especially the APRA model from Australia, the study empirically assesses the capital structure comprised of premium, claims liability, and asset risks. The analysis revealed the dominant role of insurance-related risks in capital requirements and emphasized the need to transition from rigid normative regulation to a more risk-sensitive and adaptive supervisory approach. The paper provides policy recommendations for a phased implementation of RBC, including the development of a localized model, creation of a national actuarial database, and modernization of regulatory frameworks.

This article examines the impact of the systematic application of good corporate governance tools on the capitalization of joint-stock companies. Based on empirical data from leading public companies in Uzbekistan, an integrated model is proposed that includes board independence, audit committees, dividend policy, gender diversity, and stakeholder engagement. The results of the regression analysis show that the combined use of these corporate governance mechanisms significantly increases the value of Tobin’s Q, confirming the theoretical propositions of agency theory, resource-based approach, and stakeholder theory.

This article focuses on analyzing the return on equity (ROE) indicator as a key measure of the efficiency of commercial banks in Uzbekistan. The study examines differences in ROE across four types of bank ownership structures for the period 1999-2023. The findings indicate that banks with indirect state ownership had the highest average ROE, whereas those with direct state ownership showed the lowest capital profitability. Private banks exhibited high volatility, suggesting a higher risk profile in their operations. Meanwhile, foreign banks demonstrated a stable level of capital efficiency, with an improving trend in recent years. This research provides insights into policies and strategies aimed at enhancing the efficiency of commercial banks in Uzbekistan.

This article examines the issues of forming an efficient securities portfolio in the capital market of Uzbekistan based on Markowitz’s mean-variance optimization model. The study uses 748 daily observations covering the period from July 23, 2022 to August 14, 2025 and forms equally weighted, minimum variance, and tangent portfolios based on the shares of six joint-stock companies actively traded on the Republican Stock Exchange “Tashkent” - three banks (Hamkorbank, Ipoteka-bank, and Ipak Yuli) and three non-bank companies (Uzbekistan Metallurgical Combine, Uztelecom, UZRTXB, and CHBSK). Portfolio performance is evaluated using the Sharpe ratio, Treynor ratio, Jensen’s alpha, and M² measure, and a comparison of banking and non-banking sector indices is carried out based on 1,000 potential portfolios using Monte Carlo simulation. The results of the study show that the tangent portfolio composed of bank shares demonstrates the highest performance (E(P) = 40.80%, σp = 4.68%, Sharpe ratio = 6.83).

The article provides a scientific analysis of the main factors influencing the emergence of crisis situations in commercial banks. It substantiates that a banking crisis is directly related to the quality of the loan portfolio, liquidity, capital adequacy, deposit stability, interest rate risk and currency risk. Based on statistical data on the banking system of Uzbekistan for 2024-2025, the article analyzes non-performing loans, assets, deposits and capital indicators. The findings show that assessing crisis risk in commercial banks should rely not on separate indicators, but on a comprehensive risk management approach

The article identifies and evaluates the emergence of financial stability in banks and its specific characteristics. Scientific studies by local and foreign scholars on this category have been examined and systematized. The perspectives of scholars regarding indicators such as capital adequacy and liquidity in ensuring financial stability have been analyzed. Based on the research, scientific conclusions and recommendations have been developed.

The article examines the relationship between banks and the stock market, the role of banks as investors in the stock market, as well as methods of raising capital and managing risks in the stock market. The specific features of banks' activities in the stock market and theoretical approaches to this process are studied in detail.

This article analyzes models for forming an optimal investment portfolio, specifically Markowitz's optimal portfolio theory and the CAPM (Capital Asset Pricing Model). In the analysis section, a portfolio was constructed and examined based on data from 15 joint-stock companies operating in Uzbekistan, using stock price data from the last five years. Additionally, insights from various economists such as William Sharpe, Kan, and Zhou are presented. The beta coefficient between the UCI market index and the expected return of the portfolio was calculated, and the expected return of the portfolio, as well as the efficient frontier, was determined using CAPM. The article concludes with general findings and recommendations.

This article examines theoretical issues relating to the optimization of a company’s asset and capital structure, analyses indicators for assessing the efficiency of asset utilization, and reviews the trends in the structure and the asset-to-capital ratio of Uzbektelecom JSC over recent years. Based on financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, an assessment of the company’s fair value has been carried out, and proposals have been made to optimise the company’s asset and capital structure in order to increase its fair value

This article analyzes the theoretical foundations, developmental stages, and practical mechanisms for ensuring financial stability in corporate investment activities. Based on international experience and the case of Uzbek enterprises, key factors affecting financial resilience are identified, and strategic recommendations are developed regarding capital structure optimization, liquidity management, risk mitigation, and diversification of funding sources.

This article analyzes the current state of corporate financing mechanisms in Uzbekistan, identifies key challenges in the existing system, and proposes possible solutions. Based on international experience, effective financing strategies adapted to the national context are developed. The study suggests building a sustainable financing system through capital diversification, enhancing investor confidence, and improving corporate governance practices.

The article provides a brief description of the state of the economy of Uzbekistan and the relevance of its further development associated with the creation and use of innovative products. The highest concentration of startup initiatives is shown in such industries as IT, FinTech, E-commerce, EdTech, AgriTech, MedTech. Most startups and resources are concentrated in the city of Tashkent and large cities  like Samarkand, Bukhara and Fergana. The factors hindering the formation of a full-fledged startup ecosystem in the country and its regions are shown. Particular attention is paid to the problem of startup financing. Weak investment support at the initial stage of startup development, the low level of venture infrastructure and the legal framework for venture capital are emphasized. The evolution of the startup ecosystem in Uzbekistan is presented, starting with support for entrepreneurship and ending with the creation of a state system of venture funds. The development of the startup ecosystem in Uzbekistan is associated with the need to improve the legal framework, create a favorable business infrastructure, and introduce new mechanisms for financial and legal support. Proposals for the further development of innovation and the startup ecosystem in Uzbekistan have been systematized.

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 study explores the impact of financial metrics, specifically Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE), on stock values in Islamic banking in Pakistan. Islamic banking in Pakistan lacks empirical research on how financial indicators like ROA and ROE affect stock values, creating a gap in understanding crucial performance metrics for investors. The study adopts a quantitative method, analyzing secondary statistics from the Pakistan Stock Exchange and Meezan Bank websites for the period 2016–2022. Linear regression in EViews is applied to assesses the relationship between ROA, ROE, and stock prices of the Bank. Results of the study indicates that the stock prices are positively influenced by returns and equity, however, impact of return on asset is statistically significant at 10 percent confidence interval.  The study is limited to data from PSB and IMBS, restricting its generalizability to other banks or markets. Study suggests investors should prioritize ROA and ROE metrics when evaluating stocks in Islamic banking, as they are essential for understanding performance and making informed decisions.

This scientific article provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic advantages of using nuclear power plants and the state of their control. The study studied the long-term investment nature of nuclear energy, the structure of capital costs, the effectiveness of exploitation and the impact of the load factor on economic results. Also, the impact of safety and control systems on economic stability in nuclear power plants, the importance of international standards and national regulatory mechanisms are highlighted. Scientific and practical proposals have been developed that the economic efficiency of Atomic Energy should be assessed not only in terms of cost, but also in terms of life cycle costs, safety factors and energy safety

This article analyzes the risks involved in financing innovation projects and the methods of managing them, as well as the mechanisms for effective investment flow management. Based on global and local experiences, it examines models of innovation support through venture capital, startup funds, government grants, and other financial sources. The study covers the main components of risk management like probability assessment, insurance, diversification, and monitoring systems. Practical recommendations for improving the system in the context of Uzbekistan are developed

The article discusses regional methods of sustainable natural capital accumulation that require an individual approach to the specific geographical, climatic, socio-economic, and environmental conditions of a particular region. The report also contains proposals and recommendations for investing in resource-saving and environmentally friendly innovations in technology, scientific, technological and institutional support and improvement of production.

Currently, the issues of improving the financial planning system, which is the main functional element of financial management, are widely studied all over the world. In particular, in the context of a global pandemic, targeted research is being conducted on the formation of a financial planning system capable of quickly adapting to changing conditions in foreign markets and its perfect model in combination with strategic plans. Also, one of the main functional elements of financial management is focused on improving the organizational architecture of financial diagnostics, which embodies a wide range of indicators for a comprehensive assessment of financial and economic activities of companies.

This article analyzes the current state of the financial markets of Turkey and the UAE, countries with dualistic financial systems. In particular, the article conducts a comparative analysis of the Islamic and conventional financial systems of Turkey and the UAE (United Arab Emirates), examining the state of participation of Islamic finance in the general financial market, the comparative state of participation of Islamic capital market, Islamic insurance market and Islamic investment funds in the financial market.