Uzbekistan Sees Sharp Rise in Family-Owned Enterprises

The number of family-owned enterprises in Uzbekistan is steadily increasing, reflecting the country's ongoing support for small business development.

As of July 1, 2025, Uzbekistan had 38,234 registered family enterprises-marking a growth of 1,969 since the beginning of the year, The Caspian Post reports via Uzbek media.

The trade sector continues dominating, with 15,264 family businesses operating in retail and wholesale markets. Industry ranks second with 8,703 enterprises, followed by 7,303 involved in accommodation and food services.

The agricultural, forestry, and fishing sectors host 2,649 family-run enterprises, while 646 operate in healthcare and social services. Other areas of activity include transportation and storage (354), construction (299), and information and communications (245). An additional 2,771 enterprises are spread across various other sectors.