#Policy Rate

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%.

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised its discount rate from 16.0% to 16.5% amid accelerating inflation, which reached 10% year-on-year in September. The forecast for 2026 has been revised to 12.5%.

The National Bank of Ukraine raised its policy rate to 16% per annum against the backdrop of inflationary risks. Financial analyst Andriy Shevchishyn explained how the decision will affect loans, deposits, and citizens' behavior.

The National Bank of Ukraine ended its weekly 'quiet period' and raised the policy rate from 15.5% to 16% amid accelerating inflation of 8.1% year-on-year and strengthening inflationary risks.