Venezuela's index soared amid hopes for sanctions relief

17:11 - 13.01.2026


January 13, Fineko/abc.az. Venezuela's IBC stock index rose by more than 130%, and during the January 12 session it added 17.9%, exceeding 6,000 points for the first time.

ABC.AZ informs that growth is attributed to expectations of the lifting of international sanctions, the restoration of trade with the U.S. and the influx of foreign investments. At the same time, the market remains highly liquid and volatile: since the beginning of 2025, the index has jumped by 1,644%.