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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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Spread widening in Ukrainian banks: why the dollar rate will become less favorable for the population in early July 2026

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:27

In early July 2026, a widening of the spread in the currency market is expected in Ukrainian banks 💱. Banks plan to lower the dollar purchase rate to 44.50 UAH and raise the selling rate to 45.20 UAH to minimize risks 📉📈. Experts call this an adaptation to macroeconomic factors, not a crisis 🏦.

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Palanka Bypass: How the New M-15 Highway Will Change Logistics and Security in the Odesa Region

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:24

The Odesa region is launching the construction of the M-15 bypass highway to eliminate dependence on transit through Palanka. 🚧 The new route, about 10 km long, will cost 10–20 billion hryvnias and will solve problems with cargo delays and border security. 🇺🇦🚛

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Heat mode on the roads of the Odesa region: how asphalt dictates traffic rules for heavy trucks

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:10

The Odesa region has introduced a ban on heavy truck traffic when temperatures exceed +28°C. 🚛🚫 The regime is in effect from 10:00 to 22:00 to protect asphalt from deformation. Find out who falls under the restrictions and what exceptions exist for important cargo. 🌡️🛣️

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Credit boom in wartime: why Ukrainian businesses continue to borrow money

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:00

Ukraine has recorded a record 15-year growth in lending: the hryvnia portfolio is increasing by more than 30% annually. 📈 Businesses are actively borrowing for production modernization despite the war and a high refinancing rate of 15%. 💸 The NBU notes a historically low level of defaults.

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Australia doubles fines for Big Tech: how $99 million changes the rules of the game in social media

Economy 06/29/2026, 14:54

Australia has doubled fines for Big Tech — now up to $99 million for allowing children into social media 🚫📱. Independent audits show that 85% of teenagers bypass blocks despite the ban. Australia's experience is already being copied by the UK, France, and Canada 🌍📉

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Ukrposhta and Etsy: How Automation Will Transform the Export of Ukrainian Goods

Economy 06/29/2026, 14:23

🇺🇦 «Ukrposhta» has become an official partner of Etsy — now Ukrainian sellers get automation for orders, labels, and customs procedures! 💼📦 More sales, less paperwork — exporting is easier than ever. #Ukrposhta #Etsy #Export #Business

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New rules for sole proprietors: banks may introduce transfer limits for companies in the risk group

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:56

Banks may introduce transfer limits for sole proprietors in the risk group. Experts clarify: only those whose operations do not match their business profile are affected. Transparency is the main tool for protecting the entrepreneur. 💸📉

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Diesel and autogas prices drop: how fuel prices in Ukraine changed after the weekend

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:27

Fuel prices in Ukraine have changed after the weekend: diesel and autogas have become cheaper at leading gas stations, while gasoline remains at the previous level. We break down how much refueling now costs at WOG, OKKO, and SOCAR networks. ⛽📉

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Heatwave and War: Ukraine's Power Grid on the Brink Due to Record Consumption

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:20

🔥 Heatwave + War = Overload of Ukraine's Power Grid. Every +3°C in Kyiv adds 100 MW of load. Part of the infrastructure is under repair, part is operating at the limit. Be prepared for outages — charge your power banks! ⚡️🇺🇦

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Dollar falls, Euro rises: current exchange rates in Ukrainian banks on June 29

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:14

Dollar falls, Euro rises: analyzing current exchange rates in Ukrainian banks on June 29 📉📈 The material contains fresh data on quotes in exchange offices and leading banks. Find out how much the currency costs today in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank 💸

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House rental market in Kyiv: where prices have nearly doubled and where they have fallen

Economy 06/29/2026, 10:33

🏡 Renting houses in Kyiv and the suburbs has become 16% more expensive on average over the year, but in some districts — almost twofold! In Belohirka, the growth was 95%, in Hnydintsy — 75%. Meanwhile, prices fell in Vyshhorod and Irpin. Demand is uneven: frenzy in some places, slump in others. 📉📈 #realestate #rental #Kyiv

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Money by August 24: Who Will Receive Payments Automatically and Who Needs to Visit the Pension Fund

Economy 06/29/2026, 10:29

The PFU explained who will receive a one-time payment by August 24 automatically and who needs to apply for money in person. Find out about payment deadlines until November and new opportunities for pensioners! 💰🇺🇦

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Fuel Collapse in Crimea: Mass Layoffs and Business Closures Amidst Ukrainian Strikes

Economy 06/29/2026, 10:15

The fuel crisis in Crimea has turned into an economic collapse: entrepreneurs are closing down, and drivers are being sent on unpaid leave. The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to strike oil refineries, and fuel reserves on the peninsula are running out. 🛢️🚫

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Gasoline Crisis: How Russia is Trying to Stabilize Fuel Prices Amid Attacks on Refineries

Economy 06/28/2026, 18:17

Record gasoline prices and attacks on refineries have forced Russia to introduce strict measures: fuel imports, reduced exchange quotas, and manual limits on price spikes. The shortage has even affected oil-producing regions, forcing Moscow to request fuel from Kazakhstan. ⛽📉

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45 Trillion Rubles: How Debt Swallowed Russia's Economy

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:40

The debt burden on Russians has reached 45 trillion rubles. Mortgages are consuming almost half of all obligations, while businesses owe the state 4 trillion. Experts speak of the economy approaching stagnation. 💸📉

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Hryvnia in July: Dollar and Euro Exchange Rate Forecast, Pressure Factors, and Savings Alternatives

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:36

An expert from Globus Bank has given a forecast for the hryvnia exchange rate in July: the dollar will remain in the range of 44.5–45.5 UAH, and the euro — 51–53 UAH. Sharp spikes are not expected, but inflation and military risks will influence the market. 💸📉

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Heat as a Weapon: How a Heat Dome Paralyzed Europe's Power Grids and Skyrocketed Prices

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:32

🌡️ Heat in Europe paralyzes power grids: electricity prices in Britain have risen 6-fold, while in Germany they reached €545 per MWh. A heat dome stopped the wind and overheated reactors, putting the continent on the brink of a deficit. ⚡️📉

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