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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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Tax Reform 2026: Who Will Save on Salary and How to Get a Tax Break

Economy 07/07/2026, 13:44

In 2026, Ukrainians with an income up to 4,660 UAH will be able to pay less taxes. 📉 The basic benefit will be 1,664 UAH, which will increase the net salary. ⚡️ However, it is important to know: the benefit is not accrued automatically; you must submit an application to your employer. 📄

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Pensions Without Checks: The Verkhovna Rada Equates the Rights of IDPs with Ukrainian Citizens

Economy 07/07/2026, 13:34

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law equating the rights of IDPs with Ukrainian citizens: separate rules for pension payments and the requirement to confirm the absence of payments from the Russian Federation are abolished. 🇺🇦💰 The law enters into force in 3 months, but some payments may be suspended in July due to outdated data. 🏠

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Errors in utility bills: a step-by-step guide on how to get a recalculation

Economy 07/07/2026, 13:18

Inflated amount in the bill? A lawyer explains how to properly get a recalculation of utility services. The main mistakes that prevent getting money back and instructions on submitting a written application. 💸📝 #Utilities #LegalAid

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Package damaged or lost: How to legally get compensation and protect your rights

Economy 07/07/2026, 13:08

Package arrived damaged or got lost? The State Consumer Protection Service explains how to legally get compensation and not lose money 💸. Find out which documents need to be saved and how to insure valuable items when sending. 📦📝

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Survivor's Pension: Who is Eligible for Payments and How Not to Miss the Deadline

Economy 07/07/2026, 13:04

A survivor's pension is not automatically granted to all relatives. RBC-Ukraine, citing the Pension Fund of Ukraine, has explained the conditions for receiving payments, the deadlines for submitting applications, and the dependence of the amount on the number of incapacitated family members. ⚖️💰

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Explosive Risk: EU Intelligence Reveals Hidden Crisis in Russian Banks

Economy 07/06/2026, 22:10

EU intelligence has warned of a hidden crisis in Russian banks: the war economy and rising household debt create an "explosive" risk. 📉🇷🇺 New sanctions could affect over 100 banks, while the country's GDP faces a sharp decline. 💸

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Water costs more than gasoline: petition submitted to the Cabinet of Ministers demanding a freeze on water supply tariffs

Economy 07/06/2026, 20:50

Water prices in Ukraine are rising by multiples: in Dnipro, the tariff increased by 160%, while in other cities it reached 150 UAH per cubic meter. 🚰 A petition has appeared on the Cabinet of Ministers' website demanding a price freeze or a single state limit, as local tariffs have become unaffordable for the population during the war. ⚖️

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Subsidy in a smartphone: how Ukrainians apply for assistance online and how long to wait for a decision

Economy 07/06/2026, 20:32

You can now apply for a subsidy in Ukraine online in 30 minutes, but you will have to wait up to a month for a decision. Find out how to track the application status via «Diia» and hotline numbers, as well as who needs to contact the PFU independently. 🏠📱💰

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Food prices in Ukraine: eggs are getting cheaper, while bread and milk prices remain stable

Economy 07/06/2026, 20:26

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets: eggs have noticeably become cheaper in ATB and Silpo, while bread and milk prices remain stable. In the buckwheat segment, price variations persist, but it is most advantageous to buy with a bonus card. 🛒📉

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Dollar holds, euro drops: NBU fixes rates for July 7 and gives summer forecast

Economy 07/06/2026, 20:01

The NBU fixed the dollar rate at 44.56 UAH, while the euro dropped by 16 kopecks. Experts forecast stability in the foreign exchange market in July but warn of increased demand in the second half of August due to winter preparations. 💵📉

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Vegetables are getting cheaper, while berries are getting more expensive: how food prices in Ukraine have changed over the week

Economy 07/06/2026, 19:51

Vegetable prices in Ukraine have changed again: potatoes and corn have become cheaper, while garlic and berries, on the contrary, have become more expensive. Let's figure out which products have become more affordable and for which you will have to pay more. 🥔📉🍓📈

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Cancellation of parcel benefits: The Verkhovna Rada will postpone the IMF condition to the end of the year

Economy 07/06/2026, 19:37

The head of the tax committee, Danylo Hetmantsev, admitted that the abolition of benefits for parcels up to 150 euros will not be adopted in July, but closer to the end of the year. This is an IMF condition for receiving financing, but the law will only come into force in 2027. 📦🇪🇺

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