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In June 2026, the share of non-performing loans in Ukrainian banks rose to 12.8% for the first time in three years 📉. This occurred against the backdrop of increased lending and tightened scoring: banks now assess not only arrears but also the borrower's overall financial burden. 💳🏦

Former State Secretary of the MFA of Ukraine, Alexander Bankov, has been arrested for 60 days for stealing 37 million hryvnias of donor aid. The investigation uncovered a money laundering scheme through shell companies at the beginning of the war. This is a high-profile case amidst other corruption revelations in parliament and the National Guard. 🚨🇺🇦

Ukrainian border guards have set a new record by shooting down a Russian drone at an altitude of 6,858 meters 🇺🇦🚁. Operators of the 105th Detachment intercepted a ZALA Z-20, proving that even at maximum altitudes, enemy reconnaissance is vulnerable. The previous record of 6,400 meters was broken just a few months ago 🎯

📈 In August, oil prices may drive up currency demand in Ukraine, but the NBU is ready for interventions. 💰 Hryvnia deposits and OVGZ remain attractive for the public. Sharp exchange rate spikes are not expected — the managed flexibility regime is working. #Ukraine #Currency #Economy

NABU and SAPO detained a fraudster who demanded $1 million for a "bribe" to avoid extradition to Russia 🇺🇦🚓. The perpetrator, feigning connections with SBU leadership, already received the first part of the bribe of $50,000 but was exposed. The investigation is taking place against the background of high-profile corruption cases in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Guard.

The Ukrainian government is reforming 'Energoatom': a new charter has been adopted to reset management and implement modern standards. The changes are a reaction to the 'Midas' corruption scandal that erupted in November 2025. 🏭⚡️🚫

NABU exposed the head of a military base in Lviv who demanded $2.2 million for construction on AFU territory. The suspects have already received $2 million in cash; the investigation continues. 💸🇺🇦

NABU uncovered a scheme to embezzle 37 million UAH in donations led by the former State Secretary of the MFA of Ukraine. Money collected to help the country was funneled through fake grants and cashed out. 🇺🇦💸

The US dollar in Ukrainian banks holds the 45 hryvnia mark, while the euro shows a slight decline. We analyze the current buying and selling rates for currency in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank on July 24. 💵📉

NABU and SAP exposed a corruption scheme in the National Guard worth 150 million UAH. Suspicion has been announced against eight individuals, including department officials and entrepreneurs. The suspects are accused of theft during the procurement of a warehouse, tires, and solar stations. 🏛️🚔

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets stated facts of corruption and violations in TCC: extortion up to $20,000 and conscription of citizens with illnesses. Law enforcement agencies have launched investigations. ⚖️🇺🇦

NABU and SAP have announced suspicions against eight individuals for embezzling over 150 million UAH from the National Guard. Officials and entrepreneurs profited from inflated prices during the procurement of real estate, tires, and solar panels. As a reward, the suspects purchased luxury real estate and cars, which are now seized. 🚔💰

Dollar in Ukraine at the end of July: Globus Bank expert Taras Lesovoy forecasts a rate within 44.5–45 UAH. 📉 The market is stable, there is no panic, but the main risk remains the war. The National Bank will continue to support the rate with interventions up to $850 million. 💵

Starting in 2026, Ukraine will introduce its largest-ever banknote — 2000 hryvnias featuring the portrait of Vasyl Stus. However, former Finance Minister Ihor Umanets considers this decision a step against European trends, where large banknotes are being phased out to combat the shadow sector. 💸🇺🇦

Hryvnia deposits in the second half of 2026 will remain attractive, but only with controlled inflation and a stable dollar rate. An expert from Globus Bank, Dmytro Zamotaev, warned: if inflation exceeds 13% and the dollar rises to 47–50 UAH, real returns will drop. 💸📉 #deposits #inflation #hryvnia

The dollar is rising again and has almost reached 45 hryvnias, while the euro is also gaining in price. 📈 The National Bank has also announced the release of a new 2000 hryvnia banknote featuring the portrait of Vasyl Stus, which will enter circulation in September. 💵🇺🇦

Ukraine's retail market reached a record 825 billion UAH in the first 5 months of 2026, but real growth is already slowing. Experts warn of the end of the consumer boom and an impending tough consolidation: by 2027, the market could be dominated by 5-7 holdings. 📉🛒