#Economy Ukraine

Due to Russian attacks, Ukrainian metallurgical plants have halted operations, resulting in UAH 49.5 billion in tax losses over nine months of 2026 and threatening a wider budget gap.

In October 2026, onions, carrots, beets, and tomatoes are rising in price in Ukraine due to reduced supply, while potato and apple prices remain variable.

The National Bank of Ukraine set the exchange rate for October 7, 2026: the dollar dropped to 44.94 UAH, and the euro rose to 50.63 UAH amid macroeconomic factors.

The National Bank of Ukraine raised its discount rate from 15.5% to 16% to contain autumn inflation risks, protect citizens' savings, and stabilize the market.

The official dollar exchange rate in Ukraine reached a historical high of 45.5 UAH on October 6, 2026, though analysts project a gradual devaluation to 45.8 UAH by year-end without crossing the 46 UAH threshold.

The National Bank of Ukraine set the dollar exchange rate for October 6 at a record 45.05 UAH. Experts explain the impact of monetary policy and alternative instruments on the hryvnia.

In October 2026, water and wastewater tariffs in Ukraine range from 36 to 82 hryvnias per cubic meter depending on the city. The highest costs are recorded in Dnipro and Kyiv.

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar exchange rate for September 30 at 44.86 UAH, raising it by 5 kopecks, while the euro fell to 50.92 UAH. The regulator continues to support the market through interventions.

In Zhytomyr, housing prices have reached critical levels: one-bedroom apartments have risen by 15%, and rent consumes up to 56% of a salary. Experts have calculated that buying a home now requires saving for more than 11 years.