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Queues and jerrycans banned: Moscow introduces strict limits on petrol sales

Economy 06/30/2026, 14:45

Limits on refueling have been introduced in Moscow and the Moscow region: at Gazprom Neft and Lukoil gas stations, it is now impossible to buy more than 30 liters of gasoline per person, and filling jerrycans is completely banned. The reason is a sharp fuel shortage after strikes on refineries, causing gasoline prices to soar to a 20-year high. 🛢️🚫📉

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Why Ukrainian Goods Are Getting More Expensive Along with the Dollar: An Explanation from a Banker

Economy 06/30/2026, 14:39

Why are Ukrainian goods getting more expensive along with the dollar? 🇺🇦💵 Serhiy Mamedov, Vice President of the Association of Ukrainian Banks, explained how hidden costs for logistics and imported components affect the price of domestic products. Find out why prices don't change instantly and which goods depend on the exchange rate first. 📉📈

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Financial Paradox: Ukraine Returns to 2022 Levels, While Russia Sets New Anti-Records

Economy 06/30/2026, 12:48

The financial systems of Ukraine and Russia are moving in different directions: in Kyiv, the stress index has returned to early 2022 levels against the backdrop of debt repayment, while in Moscow it is breaking anti-records and approaching the dangerous crisis line 📉🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Oil Loses Value: Hopes for Doha Talks and Concerns Over Chinese Demand

Economy 06/30/2026, 12:28

Global oil prices have plummeted to near pre-war levels amid expectations of US-Iran talks in Doha. Brent and WTI are losing value as investors balance hopes for diplomacy with fears regarding demand from China. 📉🛢️🌍

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Currency on June 30: Dollar and Euro Stabilized, and Where is it Cheaper to Buy — PrivatBank, Oschadbank, or Monobank

Economy 06/30/2026, 10:29

The Ukrainian currency market stabilized in the morning of June 30 🇺🇦💵. Average rates for the dollar and euro have hardly changed or decreased slightly. We analyze where it is currently most profitable to buy currency in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, and Monobank 📉💶.

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Why Ukrainians are massively abandoning new cars: the car market paradox in 2025

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:59

Ukrainians are massively abandoning new cars: in 2025, 1.1 million used cars were sold against 83 thousand new ones. We analyze why the secondary market is displacing dealerships and how demand has changed since 2008. 🚗📉

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Gasoline prices rise: how fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations changed on June 30

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:55

Fuel prices in Ukraine: private networks hold prices, while «Ukrnafta» gets more expensive. 🛢️ Gasoline A-95 and Energy diesel have surged in price due to the end of the promotion, but regular diesel has become cheaper. We break down how much refueling costs now. ⛽🚗

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The End of the 'Wage War': Why Income Growth in Poland Has Slowed and Which Sectors Remained in the Green

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:52

The 'wage war' in Poland has ended: income growth has fallen to a 5-year low of just 6.3%. Experts attribute this to the market exiting an overheated phase but warn about the impact of inflation and geopolitics. 📉🇵🇱

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The End of the KZOT Era: How the New Labor Code Will Change the Rules of the Game for Workers and Business in Ukraine

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:42

The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to consider a new Labor Code, which will replace the outdated Soviet KZOT. 📜 The document introduces mandatory written contracts, fights shadow employment through civil law contracts, and legalizes remote work. Entry into force is planned for 6 months after the cancellation of martial law. 🇺🇦🏗️

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The Gas Trap of 2027: Why a Sudden Cut of Russian LNG Threatens Europe with a New Dependence on the US

Economy 06/29/2026, 22:07

The EU's plan to cut off Russian gas by 2027 has sparked debate: experts warn of the risk of replacing dependence on Moscow with dependence on the US. 🇪🇺🇺🇸 While Russian LNG imports are rising due to prices and the Middle East crisis, Madrid insists on sticking to the schedule. ⛽📉

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Heat and schedules: why power is cut off in the evening, not during the day, in Ukraine

Economy 06/29/2026, 21:12

Tomorrow in Ukraine, power will be cut off in the evening due to heat and increased load on the grid. No problems are expected during the day, but experts advise shifting the use of air conditioners to 10:00–16:00. 🔌☀️

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Apricots and cherries plummet in price: how the vegetable and fruit market in Ukraine changed over the week

Economy 06/29/2026, 20:37

🍑 Apricots and cherries have become almost half as cheap — mass harvesting has begun! Cucumbers and zucchini have also become more affordable, but new harvest carrots have become more expensive. Read the full price review for the Ukrainian market 🥕🍅

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Ukrposhta changes tariffs: delivery to villages will become cheaper, while courier delivery will become more expensive

Economy 06/29/2026, 20:20

Ukrposhta is changing the rules of the game: from July 1, 2026, the surcharge for delivery to villages and lockers is abolished, but courier delivery will become 5 hryvnias more expensive due to rising fuel prices. 📦🚚

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Prices in Ukrainian supermarkets: what has become more expensive and what has remained at the same level

Economy 06/29/2026, 17:14

Prices on products have been updated in Ukrainian supermarkets: eggs have become more expensive, while bread and grains show a spread in cost. Dairy products and oil have remained at the same level. We analyze where it is currently more profitable to buy food 🛒🥚🍞

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Oschadbank warns of service disruptions: cause is heat and power supply issues

Economy 06/29/2026, 17:11

Oschadbank has warned of temporary service disruptions due to abnormal heat and power supply issues. Technical specialists are working to restore stability by the end of the day. 💸⚡️

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Dollar stalls, euro creeps up: how the NBU exchange rate on June 30 affects store prices

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:51

The dollar has stalled at 44.84 UAH, while the euro continued to rise to 51.16 UAH. Experts explained which goods will get more expensive first and why prices in stores do not change instantly. 📉📈

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Heatwave at the Border: Trucks to be Stopped at the Ukrainian-Romanian Border Due to Extreme Temperatures

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:18

Truck traffic at the border with Romania will be stopped due to heat 🔥. From 12:00 to 20:00 on June 29 and 30, the "Krasnoilsk" and "Porubne" border crossings will close to trucks due to the risk of asphalt damage. Temperatures in the Right-Bank region will rise to +38°C due to African air 🌍🚛.

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The 45 UAH Psychological Barrier: Expert Forecast on the Dollar Exchange Rate and Savings Strategies

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:15

The dollar is back at the psychological mark of 45 UAH: experts explain why sharp spikes are not expected and how the exchange rate affects prices in stores. We analyze what is more profitable for savings — buying foreign currency or a hryvnia deposit at 17% per annum. 💰📉

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