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Fuel Collapse: How Strikes on Refineries and Import Shortages Are Leading Russia to a Gasoline Shortage

Economy 07/07/2026, 23:56

Russia on the brink of fuel collapse: AFU strikes on refineries have created a gasoline deficit of nearly one million tons per month. Imports are not saving the day, and residents of Zabaykalye are already mass-refueling in China 🇷🇺🚛🇨🇳

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The Price of the Strait of Hormuz: US Cancels License for Iranian Oil Exports

Economy 07/07/2026, 23:06

The US has cancelled the license for Iranian oil exports in response to tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices have surged by more than 5%, and Tehran faces serious economic pressure. 🛢️📉⚠️

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Historic Crash: Gazprom Shares Plummet to 2008 Crisis Lows

Economy 07/07/2026, 22:05

Gazprom shares have crashed to a historic 2008 low, falling below 92 rubles. The giant's market capitalization has shrunk to 2.22 trillion rubles against the backdrop of a market decline following drone attacks and a court loss regarding debts to Ukraine. 📉🇷🇺

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Backup Heat: How Ukraine Will Accelerate the Restoration of Heating Supply After Attacks

Economy 07/07/2026, 19:36

Ukraine has simplified the rules for launching backup boiler houses: heat can now be restored faster after attacks on TPPs. NKREKU has allowed the prompt use of "free" capacity of gas networks for local heat sources. This should help survive the winter without outages. 🔥🇺🇦

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Record drone attack disables Russia's largest oil refinery: consequences for the fuel market

Economy 07/07/2026, 19:26

Ukrainian drones completed a record 3,400 km flight and disabled Russia’s largest oil refinery in Omsk. Key units were damaged, threatening to deepen the fuel crisis in Russia. 🛢️🚀

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Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets: who lowered prices and who raised them on July 7

Economy 07/07/2026, 19:23

Ukrainian supermarkets have updated prices on basic products for July 7: who lowered the cost of oil, and where did buckwheat become many times more expensive without a loyalty card? We analyze the current price lists of ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan. 🛒📉📈

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The Demographic Pit and Market Contraction: How Population Changes Will Reshape Warehouse Logistics in Ukraine

Economy 07/07/2026, 18:53

Ukraine loses hundreds of thousands of economically active citizens annually, which will lead to retail contraction and changes in the warehouse market. Experts predict market saturation within 1.5–2 years and a subsequent reorientation of logistics towards exports through new hubs in Rivne, Lutsk, and Dnipro. 📉🏭🚛

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Why gasoline prices rose: AMCU reveals the strategy of Ukrainian gas station networks

Economy 07/07/2026, 18:42

The head of AMCU explained why Ukrainian gas stations raised prices on old fuel stocks: the networks needed money to purchase new batches at high prices. The agency admitted that intervention was necessary to avoid a shortage like in 2022. ⛽📉

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Dollar and Euro Exchange Rates on July 8: NBU Lowered the Dollar, While the Euro Rose. When Will Ukraine Switch to the Euro?

Economy 07/07/2026, 18:07

🇺🇦 The NBU set the dollar rate for July 8 — it dropped by 6 kopecks, while the euro rose by 2. 📈 When will Ukraine switch to the euro? An expert explains that it will take years and require a stable economy. 💸

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Pavlo Kyrylenko: Despite Shelling, Fuel Networks Have Room to Lower Prices

Economy 07/07/2026, 17:53

The head of the AMCU, Pavlo Kyrylenko, stated that fuel networks have the opportunity to lower gasoline prices despite costs incurred due to shelling. The regulator is urging companies to review fuel prices, citing current market data. 🛢️📉

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Land share and housing subsidy: when income is taken into account and when it is not — clarification from the Pension Fund

Economy 07/07/2026, 17:36

🏡 A land share affects the housing subsidy — but only if it generates income! The PFU clarified: rent in kind is also counted, while a share without income is not. Not everyone gets a subsidy automatically — some need to apply in person. 💰📄

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Billions under sanctions: how Greek tankers bypass restrictions on Russian oil

Economy 07/07/2026, 17:30

🚢 Greek tankers earned $3.8 billion transporting Russian oil over 3 years — despite sanctions. 🇬🇷🇷🇺 Some companies were added to Ukraine's "blacklist" but were removed under pressure from Athens. 💰 Traders pay 30–40% more for sanctioned cargoes. #oil #sanctions #Greece #Russia

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Ukraine's international reserves rise to $51.3 billion: how partner aid saved the currency market

Economy 07/07/2026, 17:26

Ukraine's international reserves have risen to $51.3 billion, recovering after a drop in May. 📈 The main reason for the growth was the inflow of over $15 billion in international aid, which allowed the NBU to compensate for interventions and ensure the stability of the currency market. 💰🇺🇦

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Resumes are rising, vacancies are falling: how war and inflation are changing the Ukrainian labor market

Economy 07/07/2026, 15:37

The Ukrainian labor market in June showed a sharp imbalance: resumes rose by 28%, while vacancies increased by only 4%. 📉 Businesses are cutting hiring plans due to attacks, but the average salary reached 31k UAH against the backdrop of a labor shortage. 💰🇺🇦

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IMF Optimism: Ukraine Could Become a Leader in Economic Growth in Europe by 2028

Economy 07/07/2026, 15:17

The IMF forecasts that Ukraine could become one of Europe's fastest-growing economies by 2028, with GDP growth reaching 4.2%. However, this optimistic scenario is possible only on the condition of large-scale reconstruction and the subsiding of hostilities. In the event of a prolonged war, growth could be as low as 1%. 📉🇺🇦💰

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Warehouses instead of apartments: how Ukrainian investors are changing strategy amid rising construction costs

Economy 07/07/2026, 15:07

Ukrainian investors are massively reorienting from residential property to small warehouses. Despite rising construction costs, dollar-denominated rent ensures a return of 8–11% per annum. A shortage of bank loans is forcing investors to pool resources to build large logistics facilities. 🏭💰📉

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Ukraine Currency Market on July 7: Dollar and Euro Decline in Banks and Exchange Offices

Economy 07/07/2026, 14:23

Ukraine Currency Market on July 7: Dollar and Euro are getting cheaper in banks and exchange offices 📉💵. PrivatBank, Oschadbank and other financial institutions have updated their rates downwards. Read the latest figures in our article 📊🇺🇦

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Stability at gas stations: gasoline and diesel prices in Ukraine remained unchanged on July 7

Economy 07/07/2026, 14:13

Gasoline and diesel prices in Ukraine have frozen in place: on July 7, major gas station networks did not raise fuel costs. Market leaders kept premium gasoline at the level of 88.90 UAH, while Ukrnafta remained the most affordable option for the average driver. ⛽🇺🇦📉

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