Tag: #Ukraine Economy

Dollar and Euro Drop Significantly: NBU Official Exchange Rates for October 1 and Pressures on the FX Market

Economy 09/30/2026, 16:30

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar and euro exchange rates for October 1, 2026, recording a decline. Experts analyze key pressures on the FX market, including a massive trade deficit.

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Risk of Production Shutdown and Billion-Dollar Losses: Ukraine Needs a Steel Recovery Fund

Economy 09/30/2026, 15:45

Ukraine's steel industry faces a severe crisis with August output plunging 57.3% and a shutdown risk in October. Experts urge the creation of a dedicated Recovery Fund.

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Minus 10% of GDP: Consequences of the Shutdown of Ukraine's Metallurgy

Economy 09/30/2026, 15:42

Ukraine's metallurgy faces a severe crisis due to 2026 missile strikes, losing about 90% of steel production, threatening GDP and budget revenue.

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Missile Alerts Cost Ukraine $45 Million an Hour, Says Ministry of Economy

Economy 09/30/2026, 11:21

Every hour of downtime for Ukrainian enterprises due to air raid alerts costs the economy $45 million. The Ministry of Economy is seeking ways to adapt business.

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First Time in 100 Years Without Steel: Metinvest Announces Suspension of Smelting Due to Russian Strikes

Economy 09/29/2026, 15:17

In September 2026, Ukrainian metallurgy experienced a week without steel smelting for the first time in 100 years due to Russian strikes. Metinvest reported plant destructions and billions in losses.

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Ukraine's Financing Deficit in 2027 May Reach $35 Billion, Bloomberg Reports

Economy 09/29/2026, 14:58

According to IMF and Bloomberg forecasts, Ukraine's budget deficit in 2027 could reach $35 billion, and the total financial gap by 2029 risks hitting $54 billion.

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Cucumbers, Potatoes, and Plums Rising in Price in Ukraine: Current Market Prices This Week

Economy 09/29/2026, 11:39

Cucumbers, potatoes, carrots, and plums have increased in price in Ukraine, while onions, peppers, and garlic have become cheaper due to seasonal supply changes.

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Dollar Rises: Exchange Rates in Bureaus and Major Banks on September 29

Economy 09/29/2026, 10:27

On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, the cost of the dollar in Ukrainian banks and exchange offices increased, while the euro declined in several institutions.

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New Buildings Are Rising in Price Unevenly: Where Prices Jumped by 20% Over the Year

Economy 09/29/2026, 10:13

Ukraine's new-build market shows uneven price growth: in several western and central regions, the square meter rose by up to 20%, while frontline and eastern cities recorded a cost decline.

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IDP September Benefits Not Received: Where to Apply and What to Check First

Economy 09/29/2026, 08:10

IDPs who have not received their September 2026 benefits can check the status of assistance through the Pension Fund. New rules provide automatic extension but require compliance with income criteria.

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NBU lowers dollar and euro rates: impact of oil prices on Ukraine's economy

Economy 09/28/2026, 16:43

The National Bank of Ukraine lowered official dollar and euro rates for September 29. Experts warn that rising global fuel prices may pressure the hryvnia in the coming weeks.

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Gas Tariffs for Ukrainians to Remain Unchanged Until the End of Winter: Government Decision

Economy 09/28/2026, 13:52

The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the PSO mechanism on the gas market until March 31, 2027, guaranteeing stable tariffs for the population and heating utilities all winter.

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How the compensation fund will work and if there are business restrictions: what the Cabinet says

Economy 09/28/2026, 10:58

The Ukrainian Cabinet plans to launch a war risk insurance fund with a limit of up to $10 million per object, funded by a VAT increase.

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Economy Loses About 2 Billion Hryvnias per Hour of Business Downtime, Ministry of Economy Says

Economy 09/28/2026, 10:29

One hour of Ukrainian business downtime due to shelling costs the economy about 2 billion hryvnias. Authorities are worsening GDP macro forecasts and preparing a budget revision for 2027.

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Black Streak: How Ukraine Will Survive Autumn and Winter and Whether to Expect an Economic Collapse

Economy 09/28/2026, 07:03

The upcoming winter will be Ukraine's toughest trial due to strikes on the economy and logistics. Experts assess collapse risks and the need for business relocation.

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Diesel at Maximum, Gasoline at 90 UAH: How Much Fuel Costs at Gas Stations on September 28

Economy 09/28/2026, 06:58

As of September 28, fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations remain at record levels: diesel in premium networks has exceeded 100-104 UAH, and gasoline costs from 91 to 104 UAH per liter.

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Does Opening an FOP Affect Subsidies: Detailed Answer from the PFU and Calculation Rules

Economy 09/26/2026, 23:03

Opening an FOP does not automatically strip the right to a subsidy, but the PFU accounts for conditional income for simplified taxpayers regardless of actual business profit.

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Alternatives to Gasoline and Diesel: What to Drive in 2026

Economy 09/26/2026, 08:12

As fuel prices rise in September 2026, experts analyze alternatives to gasoline: from LPG and methane to the newly mandated 7% biofuel blending requirement in Ukraine.

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