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Oil prices rise amid escalation in the Persian Gulf: US strikes on Iran and record drop in US inventories

Economy 06/11/2026, 00:52

Brent and WTI oil rose by 0.7% amid new US strikes on Iran and a drop in raw material inventories in America. Experts note an increase in the geopolitical premium due to the risk of supply disruptions following the downed Apache helicopter and the retaliatory attack. 🛢️🚁📈

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Sharp currency spike: how much the dollar and euro cost in Ukrainian banks and exchange offices on June 10

Economy 06/11/2026, 00:38

The Ukrainian currency market is "feverish" again: the dollar and euro have sharply risen in price in banks and exchange offices on June 10. 📉💵 Read the detailed overview of rates in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank.

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Diesel prices drop: how fuel prices in Ukraine changed on June 10

Economy 06/11/2026, 00:31

Fuel prices in Ukraine on June 10: diesel gets cheaper, gasoline stays put. 📉 Ukrnafta, WOG, and OKKO networks reduced diesel prices, while gasoline and gas were unaffected. We analyze where it is most profitable to refuel today. ⛽🚗

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India revokes certificates for 235 vessels: a hard blow to the 'shadow fleet' and sanctions evasion

Economy 06/10/2026, 23:50

India is conducting a rigorous cleanup of its maritime registry: IRClass has revoked certificates for 235 vessels over three years. 🚫🚢 The goal is to prevent the circumvention of Western sanctions against Russia and Iran. Without Indian certification, tankers face the loss of insurance and closure of access to ports. 📉🛑

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Second youth at risk: Kremlin prepares massive mobilization of pensioners to save the economy

Economy 06/10/2026, 23:43

The Kremlin plans to return millions of pensioners to work due to an acute labor shortage. Ukrainian intelligence believes this is an attempt to save the budget and hide the decline of the economy. Experts warn: this is just the beginning of a large-scale reform that will affect all citizens of the Russian Federation. 📉🇷🇺👴

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Naftogaz delays repayment of €1.2 billion debt until 2033: how the company survives under attacks

Economy 06/09/2026, 21:27

Naftogaz has agreed with creditors to postpone the repayment of a €1.2 billion debt until 2033. This decision was made against the backdrop of a record number of Russian attacks: in 2025, the company's facilities were struck 229 times, which is more than in all the previous three years of the war combined. 💸💥

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Minister Sobolev on Cashback and Tariffs: Why Budgetary Support is the Only Way Out in Wartime

Economy 06/09/2026, 21:20

Minister Sobolev explains why cashback and subsidies are not a luxury, but a necessity in wartime 🇺🇦💸. Business is not ready to pay market tariffs, and poverty is rising — therefore, support through the budget remains the only way out. The "National Cashback" program has been extended for another 2 years! #Ukraine #Economy #Cashback

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OLX Tax: What Will Change for Sellers and How It Will Affect Ukraine's Budget

Economy 06/09/2026, 19:38

🇺🇦 The Verkhovna Rada has passed the law on the 'OLX tax' — starting in 2026, sales through digital platforms will be regulated according to EU standards. However, ordinary citizens are protected: up to 2,000 euros per year is tax-free. 💰 14 billion UAH will go to defense. #Ukraine #Taxes #OLX #IMF

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Inflation in Ukraine Slows to 8.2%: Fruits Price Up, Eggs Price Down

Economy 06/09/2026, 18:58

In May 2026, inflation in Ukraine slowed to 8.2% year-on-year. Fruits became 11% more expensive, while eggs became 15% cheaper. The NBU forecasts a price increase in the second half of the year, but a decrease to 5% by 2028. 📉🍎🥚

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Ukraine Legalizes Renting: Tax for Property Owners Reduced to 10%

Economy 06/09/2026, 18:42

Ukraine is changing the rules of the game in the rental market: the Verkhovna Rada has reduced the tax for property owners from 23% to 10%. 🏠💰 The goal is to bring the market out of the shadows and launch social renting according to European standards. Now, paying taxes will be more profitable than hiding income.

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Dollar surges upward: NBU updates rates, but experts do not expect the hryvnia to crash

Economy 06/09/2026, 18:21

The NBU sharply raised the dollar rate to 44.84 UAH, and the euro to 51.89 UAH. 💸 The dollar has returned to local highs, but experts do not predict a crash of the hryvnia. Taras Kozak believes that by the end of the year the rate will remain below 46 UAH, and investing in OVGZ is more profitable than simply holding foreign currency. 📉🇺🇦

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Gold Crashes to Two-Month Low: How US Jobs Data and Middle East War Are Shaking Markets

Economy 06/09/2026, 17:15

Gold crashes to March lows: US jobs data and the Middle East war create a perfect storm for markets. Oil soars, rates rise — experts fear gold falling to $4000. 📉🇮🇱🇮🇷

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Crypto crash of June 2026: Bitcoin plunged to levels of a year ago, $1.8 billion liquidated

Economy 06/09/2026, 17:12

📉 The crypto market is experiencing its worst week in three years: Bitcoin plunged by 14%, and position liquidations exceeded $1.8 billion. The price of the leading cryptocurrency has returned to levels from a year ago. 🥶 Is this a temporary correction or the start of a new crypto winter? We break down the details.

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OLX Tax: How the New Law on Digital Platforms Works and Who Must Pay 10%

Economy 06/09/2026, 16:07

The Rada has adopted a law on a 10% tax on income from digital platforms. Bloggers and OLX sellers no longer need to pay 23% and UESV: withholding will be automatic. The main point is the threshold of 2,000 euros per year, below which the tax is not levied. 📉💰🇺🇦

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Pension reform in Ukraine: how the new law will save work experience without ESV payments and help find lost documents

Economy 06/09/2026, 15:59

Starting in August 2026, work experience calculation rules in Ukraine are changing: periods of work will now be counted even without USC payments if there was official reporting. Additionally, the Pension Fund is obliged to search for lost work documents itself, rather than refusing citizens due to their absence. 🇺🇦📝👵

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Diesel up to 95 hryvnias: Ukrainian drivers predicted a sharp surge in gas station prices

Economy 06/09/2026, 15:49

Ukrainian drivers predicted a sharp surge in fuel prices: diesel could cost up to 95 hryvnias per liter. 🛢️📈 Experts link this to geopolitics and logistics problems. The peak of growth is expected in August-September. 🚗💸

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Digital Economy Tax: How the New Law Will Change the Rules of the Game for Freelancers and OLX Sellers

Economy 06/09/2026, 14:54

The Verkhovna Rada approved a 5% tax for earnings through digital platforms. Uber, OLX, and Glovo will become tax agents, but the sale of items up to 2,000 euros per year will remain tax-free. 🇺🇦💻

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Dollar at 45 Hryvnias: How the NBU's "Uncertainty" Strategy is Changing the Rules of the Game in the Currency Market

Economy 06/09/2026, 14:47

The dollar in Ukrainian banks has broken the 45 hryvnia mark. Experts explain the growth by the NBU's strategy aimed at creating "uncertainty" to combat speculators. Is the dollar rate expected to rise to 46 hryvnias by the end of the year? We analyze the forecast. 📉💵🇺🇦

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