• EBRD is lending up to USD 20 million (EUR 17.7 million) to Uzbekistan’s consumer goods retailer Star Group.
• The loan will fund working capital needs and business expansion, including its beauty retail chain in Tashkent and Samarkand.
• Star Group will use the funds to expand its regional presence and product range.

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