According to preliminary data released by the Bureau of National Statistics, Kazakhstan’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6% from January to May 2025 compared to the same period last year. This robust growth reflects accelerated expansion across several key sectors, including industry, construction, trade, transport, and communications.
Strong Sectoral Performance Drives Growth
Industrial production increased by 6.4%, with growth recorded in 17 regions. The Zhambyl Region led with a 22.9% rise, supported by increased activity in mining, fertilizer production, cement, and sugar manufacturing. Other notable contributors included Turkistan and Jetisu Regions (+14.8%), Almaty city (+14.1%), and Shymkent (+18.9%).
The agriculture sector posted a 4.0% increase, up slightly from 3.9% in January–April. Significant growth was observed in Atyrau (+10.4%), North Kazakhstan (+7.5%), and Akmola (+6.5%) regions, largely due to higher rates of livestock and poultry production.
Construction activity surged by 15.4%, with 18 regions reporting increases. Mangystau Region doubled its construction output through major projects such as schools, a desalination plant, pipeline upgrades, a hospital, and road improvements. Notable growth was also seen in Kyzylorda (+64.5%), Kostanay (+57.8%), Astana (+51.8%), and Turkistan (+46.6%).
The housing sector continues to gain momentum, with over 6 million square meters of housing commissioned in the first five months—5.7% more than last year. Turkistan, Shymkent, and Almaty Region were the most active contributors.
Investment and Trade Growth
Fixed capital investment rose by 18.2%, driven by increased funding in transport, industrial and social infrastructure, and new production facilities.
Trade turnover increased by 7.8%, with wholesale trade accounting for 68% of domestic trade. From January to May, wholesale trade grew by 8.3%, while retail trade rose by 6.5%. Top-performing regions included Turkistan (+66.2%), Akmola (+48.9%), and Shymkent (+23.1%).
Communications and telecommunications expanded by 2.8%, bolstered by a 13.9% rise in internet services.
The transport sector experienced robust growth of 23.1%, led by increases in freight rail transport (+17%) and pipeline transport (+13.8%). Jetisu (+39.1%), Abai (+17.7%), and Aktobe (+11.3%) regions reported the highest growth.
Sustaining Momentum
The Government of Kazakhstan continues to oversee the implementation of the President’s directives to ensure stable and sustainable socio-economic development across the country.