#Inflation

Russia's GDP growth in Q3 2026 slows to 1% but exceeds Ministry of Economic Development's expectations

Economy 11/14/2026, 14:09

According to Rosstat's preliminary estimate, Russia's GDP grew by 1% year-on-year in Q3 2026—slower than in Q2, but higher than the Ministry of Economic Development's 0.6% forecast. Growth is driven by domestic demand, while agriculture and extraction declined.

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Bitcoin Falls Below $70,000 for First Time Since August: $1.5 Billion in Liquidations and Inflation Pressure

Economy 11/13/2026, 11:53

Bitcoin fell below $70,000 on November 13, 2026, for the first time since late August, losing about 9% in two days. The decline was fueled by $1.5 billion in leveraged liquidations and concerns over further Fed rate hikes amid accelerating US inflation.

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Poland's Labor Market Restructures: Defense and Logistics Grow, Automotive and Light Industry Cut Jobs

Economy 11/11/2026, 08:14

In Poland, labor demand is shifting towards defense manufacturing, electronics, and logistics, while the automotive and light industries are cutting staff. Employers are restraining wage growth amid inflation accelerating to 4.1%.

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Cucumbers up by a third while potatoes drop: how fruit and vegetable prices changed in Ukraine over the week

Economy 11/09/2026, 18:58

Over the week in Ukraine, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini, and eggplant rose significantly in price, while potatoes, carrots, and onions continued to decline. EastFruit data captures a seasonal price shift for fruits and vegetables.

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One Basket — Four Prices: Styler Compares Products in ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan

Economy 11/09/2026, 12:32

Styler analyzed prices in ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan: for the exact same basket of five products, Ukrainians pay from 226 to 300 hryvnias. The largest spread is found in buckwheat and eggs.

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Buckwheat for 104 UAH, Milk Close to 70: Styler Compares Prices in Four Ukrainian Supermarkets

Economy 11/08/2026, 11:16

Styler compared prices for buckwheat, milk, eggs, oil, and bread at ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan as of November 8, 2026. The price spread for buckwheat reaches 49 UAH per kilogram, and a conditional basket of five basic products at minimum prices costs 221.12 UAH.

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NBU Worsens Inflation Forecast to 12.5%: Fuel and Destroyed Logistics Drive Up Prices

Economy 11/06/2026, 14:39

The National Bank of Ukraine has worsened its inflation forecast for the end of 2026 to 12.5% due to rising fuel prices and the destruction of warehouse logistics. The regulator expects to return to the target 5% only by the end of 2028.

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Where It's Cheaper: We Compared Prices for Oil, Buckwheat, Bread, and Eggs at ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan

Economy 11/06/2026, 13:46

Styler compared prices for basic products at ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan as of November 6, 2026. The difference between chains reaches dozens of hryvnias, and a minimal basket of five items costs 218.87 UAH.

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France in general strike: 575,000 protesters by Interior Ministry, 1.6 million per unions, 448 detained in Paris

Politics 11/05/2026, 22:59

France saw nationwide strikes and marches against the high cost of living on November 5: Interior Ministry estimated 575,000 participants, while CGT reported 1.6 million. There were detentions, injured police officers, and fires in Paris.

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Where to buy bread, buckwheat, and eggs cheaper: a price comparison in four Ukrainian supermarkets as of November 2026

Economy 11/05/2026, 16:39

Styler compared prices for bread, buckwheat, eggs, milk, and oil in ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan on November 5, 2026. Accessibility leaders vary by category: the maximum difference is 43.71 UAH per kg of buckwheat.

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Dollar at 45.66 UAH: NBU sets a new historic exchange rate maximum

Economy 11/03/2026, 16:20

The National Bank of Ukraine set a new historic maximum for the dollar exchange rate on November 4 at 45.66 UAH, while the euro remained at 51.05 UAH. Experts attribute the acceleration of devaluation to a deficit in external financial aid and inflation.

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US Oil Giants' Profits Triple Amid Iran Conflict: Behind Exxon and Chevron's Record Reports

Economy 10/31/2026, 15:53

Major US oil companies' profits amid the Iran conflict could reach $130 billion for April-September — triple the 2025 level, while consumers bear the brunt of soaring fuel costs.

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Dollar to Hold Below 46 UAH: Globus Bank Expert Names Exchange Rate for November 2–8

Economy 10/31/2026, 07:34

Globus Bank Financial Markets Director Taras Lesovoy forecasts the dollar exchange rate for November 2–8 at 44.85–45.7 UAH on the interbank market. No sharp spikes are expected: the NBU will continue interventions of $1–1.2 billion.

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NBU exchange rate for November 2: dollar drops to 45.35 UAH, euro remains flat — what is pressing on the market

Economy 10/30/2026, 16:05

The NBU set the dollar rate at 45.35 UAH (−17 kop.) and the euro at 50.68 UAH (+1 kop.) for November 2. Experts link market pressure to military risks and attacks on energy infrastructure.

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Bread in Ukraine may rise in price until the end of 2026: what really affects the cost

Economy 10/30/2026, 15:29

By the end of 2026, bread in Ukraine may become more expensive: industry associations estimate the growth at 5–10%, although individual forecasts name higher figures. The main reasons are the rising cost of fuel, electricity, and logistics.

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NBU raises discount rate to 16.5%: why monetary policy alone is no longer enough for Ukraine

Economy 10/30/2026, 13:14

On October 29, the NBU raised its discount rate to 16.5% amid accelerating inflation. According to the updated forecast, inflation will reach 12.5% by the end of 2026, and real GDP will contract by 0.4%.

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Potatoes rose in price by 13.6% in a month: experts forecast food price trends in Ukraine until the end of 2026

Economy 10/30/2026, 10:04

Following the harvest in Ukraine, food prices are starting to rise: potatoes went up by 13.6% in a month, and by the end of 2026, experts expect increases in dairy products, eggs, bread, and greenhouse vegetables. No deficit is forecasted due to excess supply.

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NBU Worsens Forecast: Inflation in 2026 to Accelerate to 12.5% Amid Shelling and Fuel Price Hikes

Economy 10/29/2026, 15:03

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised its 2026 inflation forecast to 12.5% year-on-year, attributing the revision to shelling, rising fuel prices, and fiscal stimuli.

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