#Economy

US to conduct business with both Ukraine and Russia after the war, says Trump

Politics 10/25/2026, 00:28

US President Donald Trump stated that after the end of the Russian-Ukrainian war, Washington intends to conduct business with both Ukraine and Russia.

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Cabinet Appoints Yulia Svyrydenko as Ukraine Representative to US Investment Fund

Politics 10/24/2026, 14:04

The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed former Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as Ukraine's representative to the US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund, replacing Yehor Perelyhin.

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Cabinet of Ministers Updates Enterprise Criticality Criteria: Ten Days Set for Review

Politics 10/24/2026, 12:34

The Cabinet of Ukraine updated enterprise criticality definitions and mandated agencies to review criteria within 10 days without automatic status loss.

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Ukrainian Youth in Poland Earns More Than Poles: Reasons Behind the Phenomenon

Economy 10/24/2026, 08:10

Ukrainian men aged 25-34 in Poland earn about 1,500 zlotys more than local peers due to overtime, youth tax breaks, and high labor mobility.

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Exchange Rate Forecast in Ukraine for Late October: What to Expect from Dollar and Euro

Economy 10/24/2026, 07:32

From October 26 to November 1, Ukraine's FX market will remain stable thanks to NBU interventions and $47.1B reserves, despite inflation and trade deficits.

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Fuel Price Update at Ukrainian Gas Stations: Sharp Increase in LPG Prices on October 24

Economy 10/24/2026, 07:22

On October 24, LPG prices surged at Ukrainian gas stations, with WOG reaching 56.90 UAH/l and OKKO 56.50 UAH/l. Gasoline and diesel remained stable.

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Black Friday 2026 in Ukraine: Sale Dates and the Origin of the Tradition

Economy 10/24/2026, 06:26

Black Friday in 2026 will take place on November 27. Ukrainian stores often start discounts earlier, stretching the sales period over a week.

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Russian Subsidiary of Metro Retail Chain Allocates One Billion Rubles to Support Military

Economy 10/23/2026, 21:16

The Russian structure of the Metro network has allocated one billion rubles to a fund supporting the Russian military. The German parent company states it has lost operational control.

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The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a 100% reservation mechanism with conditions for business

Politics 10/23/2026, 18:22

The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a 100% employee reservation mechanism provided that part of the staff is voluntarily sent to the front. The rules are to be approved by December 1.

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Destructive Spiral: Expert Warns of Ukrzaliznytsia Losses Due to New Tariffs

Economy 10/23/2026, 15:26

Ukrzaliznytsia's freight tariff hikes trigger a destructive tariff spiral, leading to losses for mining enterprises and falling revenues for the carrier.

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MEP Karlsbro Urges Exceptions for Ukraine Over Steel Quotas and CBAM

Economy 10/23/2026, 15:08

MEP Karin Karlsbro stated that new EU steel quotas and CBAM are harming Ukrainian metallurgy. Economic losses could exceed $1 billion.

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Fines Are Not Enough: Ukraine Proposes Cracking Down on Illegal Vapes

Economy 10/23/2026, 12:28

Ukraine proposes raising fines for the illegal sale of vape liquids to 250,000 UAH. Current 26,000 UAH sanctions fail to deter violators.

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Ukraine Risks Losing Multi-Million Arms Contracts Due to Export Delays

Economy 10/23/2026, 12:16

Ukrainian arms manufacturers could lose multi-million contracts due to bureaucratic hurdles and a 20% fee. Critical deadlines have been set for the end of the year.

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Gas instead of petrol: Is it really profitable to install LPG on a car

Economy 10/23/2026, 08:10

Demand for LPG is growing amid fuel prices: up to 30% of cars run on gas. Savings reach 40%, and installation pays off in 20-30k km.

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Manual Regulation of Price Caps Deters Investors from Ukraine's Energy Sector

Economy 10/22/2026, 18:36

Manual regulation of price caps in Ukraine's energy sector deprives investors of predictability and deters investments in new capacities needed after a 7 GW deficit.

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ICC Ukraine calls for a freeze on Ukrzaliznytsia freight tariffs until the end of martial law

Economy 10/22/2026, 16:21

ICC Ukraine calls to freeze Ukrzaliznytsia freight tariffs until the end of martial law. Experts warn: another increase will lead to a reduction in the cargo base, drop in exports, and budget losses.

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Ukraine Cabinet Approves Private Construction of Underground Defense Plants

Politics 10/22/2026, 13:32

Ukraine's Cabinet allowed private businesses to build underground defense plants and simplified component imports by lifting duties and VAT.

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Defense, Education, Economy: Changes to 2027 Budget Proposed by Rada Committee

Economy 10/22/2026, 12:22

The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee has reviewed over 5,200 amendments to the 2027 state budget draft and recommended it for the first reading. Lawmakers propose changing privatization terms, boosting agricultural support, and revising business funding.

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