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Dollar drops, euro soars: NBU sets new exchange rates for June 29

Economy 06/26/2026, 17:34

The NBU has set new exchange rates for June 29: the dollar fell to 44.85 UAH, while the euro rose to 51.13 UAH. Experts forecast stability in the market without sharp jumps, despite high demand from importers. 💵📉📈

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Budget Collapse: How War is Destroying Russia's Economy from Within

Economy 06/26/2026, 15:31

Russia's economy is effectively at a dead end: military spending has eaten up 75% of taxes, and the budget deficit exceeded planned figures by 60%. Experts note that 56 regions are already in deficit, and war financing is happening at the expense of destroying the civilian sector. 📉🇷🇺💸

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No traffic jams to the sea: «Ukrzaliznytsia» launches a new high-speed train from Odesa to the coast

Economy 06/26/2026, 15:13

«Ukrzaliznytsia» is launching a new air-conditioned train from Odesa to Karolino-Buhaz to save tourists from traffic jams 🚆🌊. The route is synchronized with the arrival of trains from Kyiv and Lviv for quick transfers. Tickets are already on sale! 🎟️

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Diesel and gas prices drop: how fuel prices in Ukraine changed on June 26

Economy 06/26/2026, 15:06

Fuel prices in Ukraine have changed again! 📉 Diesel prices dropped at "Ukrnafta" and SOCAR gas stations, and the cost of autogas fell below 40 hryvnias for the first time during monitoring. Find out the current prices for June 26. ⛽🚛

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IMF Tranche and EU Defense Budget: Yulia Svyrydenko Reveals New Details of Financial Aid to Ukraine

Economy 06/26/2026, 14:56

Ukraine will receive a second tranche from the IMF of $690 million by mid-July. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed the details of the agreement with Dan Coats and spoke about plans to use the funds for economic recovery. In parallel, an EU program of €90 billion is being implemented, including defense spending and budgetary support. 🇺🇦💰📈

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Working from age 14: what is allowed and what is prohibited by law in Ukraine

Economy 06/26/2026, 14:33

From what age can you officially work in Ukraine? 🇺🇦 The law allows employment from age 14, but only subject to strict safety conditions. We examine the norms and prohibitions 👇

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Dollar and Euro Rise Again: Where Is It Most Profitable to Buy Currency in Ukrainian Banks

Economy 06/26/2026, 13:59

💵 The dollar and euro are rising in price again! We analyzed rates in major banks: where it is most profitable to buy currency and where to sell. Read the full analysis in our article! 📈

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Bypassing NBU Limits: How New Rules for Card Top-ups via Terminals Work in Practice

Economy 06/26/2026, 13:44

Since June 26, new rules for topping up cards via terminals have been in effect in Ukraine, but experts have found a way to bypass the 500 hryvnia limit. 🚫💸 Since control is carried out by each operator separately, clients can split payments through different networks. Additionally, commissions have risen by 4% due to costs for SMS confirmations. 📱📉

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Card top-ups via terminals in Ukraine: new security rules from June 26

Economy 06/26/2026, 13:08

From June 26, the rules for topping up cards via terminals in Ukraine have changed: verification via SMS or call is now mandatory. A mobile account can only be topped up without confirmation up to 500 UAH per month. 📱💸

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Wage race in Odesa and the Carpathians: who earns more and where incomes fell before the season

Economy 06/26/2026, 13:05

The summer season in Odesa and the Carpathians brought wage growth for some and falling incomes for others. In Odesa, loaders and chefs earn more, while in the Carpathians the number of vacancies grew by 13%, but incomes for cleaners and loaders decreased. 🔥💰 #LaborMarket #Odesa #Carpathians

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Pension Crisis in Ukraine: 60,000 Elderly Survive on Amounts Below the Subsistence Minimum

Economy 06/26/2026, 12:58

In Ukraine, more than 60,000 pensioners receive payments below the subsistence minimum (2,595 UAH). This is about 0.6% of 10.2 million recipients. The Fund explains the reduction in the number of pensioners by emigration and war, and also clarified the rules for crediting work experience for combat veterans and labor migrants. ⚖️🇺🇦

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Disney Breaks the Box Office: How the Studio Became the First to Cross the $3 Billion Mark in 2026

Economy 06/26/2026, 01:55

Disney sets a new record: the studio was the first in 2026 to gross over $3 billion at the box office! 🎬💰 Main hits: "Toy Story 5", "The Devil Wears Prada 2", and "The Mandalorian". And by December, we await "The Avengers" with Robert Downey Jr. 🦸‍♂️🚀

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Gasoline, power, and prices: how life in Sevastopol has frozen in anticipation of supplies

Economy 06/26/2026, 01:03

In Sevastopol, shops and markets have stopped due to a lack of power and gasoline, while food prices have risen several times. Residents complain about empty shelves and delivery problems, calling the situation a "siege." Satellites have recorded huge traffic jams on the Crimean Bridge. 🚗🔌🍅

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Relaunch of the gambling market: Ministry of Digital Transformation prepares auctions and new rules for lotteries

Economy 06/25/2026, 21:21

The Ministry of Digital Transformation is preparing a revolution in the gambling business: in August, the agenda includes license auctions and the end of 12 years of chaos in the lottery market. 🎰🇺🇦

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$3.39 Billion from the World Bank: Ukraine Receives New Tranche and Discusses the 'Economy of the Future'

Economy 06/25/2026, 19:28

Ukraine received $3.39 billion from the World Bank to support the budget and macroeconomic stability. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko discussed the 'Economy of the Future' strategy and affordable mortgages with the World Bank leadership. 🏦🇺🇦

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Bread is cheaper, eggs are more expensive: how prices for basic products have changed in Ukrainian supermarkets

Economy 06/25/2026, 19:25

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets have changed again: bread in "Auchan" became cheaper by almost 7 hryvnias, while eggs started to get more expensive. We analyze where it is now more profitable to buy milk, oil, and buckwheat. 🛒📉📈

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New EU rules for parcels from Ukraine: what will change from 2026 and how Ukrposhta will help avoid problems

Economy 06/25/2026, 19:01

📦 From July 1, 2026, the EU is introducing new rules for parcels from Ukraine. Ukrposhta takes over all customs payments so recipients don't have to pay commissions. Find out what will change for senders! 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Dollar and Euro Rise Again: NBU Raises Official Rates Amid New Forecasts

Economy 06/25/2026, 18:40

The NBU raised the official exchange rates for the dollar and euro on June 26. The dollar rose by 6 kopecks, and the euro by 4. Experts forecast that a complex of factors will influence the hryvnia exchange rate in the second half of 2026. 💱📉

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