On February 26, Almaty will host Ranking Business Day, a professional Open Talk discussion titled “Will E-Commerce Become the New Oil for Kazakhstan?”
Amid ongoing structural economic transformation and the search for new growth drivers, e-commerce has emerged as one of the country’s most dynamic sectors. Online commerce is already exerting a significant impact on retail, logistics, banking, and the development of small and medium-sized enterprises. However, a central question remains: can e-commerce evolve into a strategic pillar of the economy, comparable in importance to the raw materials sector?
As part of the event, Ranking.kz will present a comprehensive industry study examining the current state and future prospects of Kazakhstan’s marketplace sector. The analysis covers market structure and dynamics, the positioning of domestic and foreign players, the economic and social impact of e-commerce, and the role of state regulation.
Participants will address the following issues:
- the current state of e-commerce in 2025-2026;
- the impact of cross-border trade and intensifying competition with international platforms;
- the implications of new consumer protection legislation for the market;
- risks and potential scenarios for the sector’s sustainable development in 2026.
Special attention will be given to balancing the interests of the state, businesses, and consumers, as well as fostering a competitive environment that supports the growth of domestic companies.
Ranking Business Day will bring together representatives of government agencies, the financial sector, industry associations, marketplaces, and logistics companies for an open professional dialogue.
The event will take place at the Mercure Almaty City Center and will begin at 9:00 a.m.
Information partners of the event include The Times of Central Asia, Kapital.kz, Kursiv.Media, Tengrinews, National Business, Bluescreen.kz, and Profit.kz.
