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Oil surges to six-week high: Trump threatens Iran, while Houthis blockade Saudi Arabia

Economy 07/23/2026, 13:20

Oil prices have surged to a 1.5-month high amid Trump's threats to Iranian infrastructure and the Houthi blockade of Saudi Arabia. 🛢️⚠️ Investors fear the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the mining of routes. Brent exceeded $96 per barrel.

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The poet's son meets the NBU head: how the banknote with Vasyl Stus will look

Economy 07/23/2026, 12:42

Vasyl Stus's son, Dmytro, met with the head of the NBU, Andriy Pyshnyi, to discuss the release of a new 2000 hryvnia banknote featuring the poet's portrait. The parties agreed to cooperate in popularizing the legacy of the Sixtiers poet. 🇺🇦💵

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Safety and the Dollar Rate: Why Ukrainians are Fleeing to the West and How It Affects the Housing Market

Economy 07/23/2026, 12:29

War and the dollar rate are changing the Ukrainian real estate market: residents of Kyiv and Kharkiv are massively considering moving to the West. Experts predict a price increase due to the rising cost of building materials and demand for safe locations. 🏠📉🇺🇦

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Ships have stopped entering Ukrainian ports: Minister Vysotsky explains the reasons and consequences for exports

Economy 07/23/2026, 12:05

Ships have stopped entering Ukrainian ports due to Russian attacks, but Minister Vysotsky reassures: this is a decision by shipowners, not a total blockade. 🚢🚫 Experts advise farmers not to panic and not to sell grain at depressed prices, as a short-term pause will not affect annual export volumes. 🌾📉

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Return of Experienced Professionals: How Ukraine Implements the Employment Project for People Aged 50+

Economy 07/23/2026, 11:44

A large-scale project to employ people aged 50+ has launched in Ukraine: 800 people have already found jobs, and another 700 are undergoing internships. Accountants, drivers, and salespeople are in demand. At the same time, demand for young people is growing — salaries for couriers and waiters reach 40,000 hryvnias. 📊👴👩‍💼

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Independence Day payments will not reduce basic social assistance: PFU clarification

Economy 07/23/2026, 11:23

PFU confirmed: the one-time Independence Day payment will not affect the calculation of basic social assistance. 🇺🇦💰 One-time payments are not counted in family income, so the amount of support will not change. #socialassistance #PFU #IndependenceDay

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Water Prices to Rise: Odesa Prepares Tariff Hike with Transparency Condition

Economy 07/23/2026, 11:13

In Odesa, water tariff hikes are on the agenda. Sergei Lysak stated that price increases are possible only with full transparency in the operations of the monopoly "Infoks Vodokanal". A sharp rise in water prices has already been recorded in several cities across Ukraine, including Vinnytsia and Uman. 💧📉

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Dollar back to 45: how exchange rates changed in Ukrainian banks on July 23

Economy 07/23/2026, 10:22

The dollar has crossed the 45 hryvnia mark again! 📈 The average selling rate in Ukrainian banks has risen, and the euro continues to increase in value. We break down the current rates in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, and other leading banks as of July 23. 💸🇺🇸🇪🇺

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Fuel Crisis in Russia: Ukraine's Tactical Shift and New Realities at Gas Stations

Economy 07/23/2026, 10:15

Ukraine has changed its attack tactics: now Russia's "shadow fleet" is in the crosshairs. This has led to a partial easing of the fuel crisis in Moscow and St. Petersburg, but the situation in Siberia remains critical. The fuel shortage has affected 50 million Russians and even impacted the Russian army. ⛽🚛📉

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"Winter will be harder": Head of Chernihiv Regional Military Administration warns of worst-case scenario for heating season

Economy 07/23/2026, 09:31

The Head of the Chernihiv Regional Military Administration, Vyacheslav Chaus, warned that next winter will be harder than the previous one. The region is preparing a reserve of generators and strengthening infrastructure protection despite constant shelling. Experts note that resilience plans across Ukraine are only 40% complete. ⚡❄️🏭

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Ticket shortage and record demand: how Ukrzaliznytsia copes with summer passenger traffic

Economy 07/23/2026, 09:23

Summer frenzy: demand for tickets in Ukrzaliznytsia exceeds supply by 4 times. How the company is fighting the shortage of seats and what are the plans for updating the carriage fleet in the coming years? 🚆🇺🇦

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Fuel prices in Ukraine on July 23: OKKO raised diesel prices, Ukrnafta remains the cheapest

Economy 07/23/2026, 09:00

Fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations changed on July 23. The OKKO network raised diesel prices by 1 hryvnia, while WOG, SOCAR, and Ukrnafta maintained stability. Ukrnafta remains the leader in gasoline and diesel affordability. ⛽📉

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Diesel at Sunset: The Ukrainian Market Shifts Preferences Toward Hybrids and Petrol

Economy 07/23/2026, 08:25

Diesel cars are losing ground in Ukraine: only 30,000 units were sold in six months. 📉 Petrol has returned to the podium, and hybrids are steadily growing, displacing electric vehicles, whose sales have dropped by half. 🚗⚡️

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The Paradox of the Ukrainian Labor Market in 2026: Why 110,000 Job Vacancies Remain Unfilled

Economy 07/23/2026, 07:49

The Ukrainian labor market in 2026 faced a paradox: out of 240,000 vacancies, only 131,500 were filled. The SES attributes this to a gap between job seekers' expectations and the actual requirements of businesses. 📉🇺🇦

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Tax allowance for people with disabilities in Ukraine: how to increase take-home pay in 2026

Economy 07/23/2026, 07:41

In 2026, the rules for tax allowances for people with disabilities in Ukraine have changed. Now they can pay no tax on part of their salary, increasing take-home pay by up to 3328 UAH. Find out who and under what conditions is eligible for these payments! 💰🇺🇦

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Transparency in every bill: Ukraine proposes QR codes to verify utility tariffs

Economy 07/23/2026, 07:18

Ukraine proposes introducing QR codes into utility bills for full tariff transparency. Providers will be required to publish detailed expense declarations, and they face fines for calculation errors. 📱💰

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Ukraine's Real Estate Market in 2026: Rental Boom, Regional Differences, and Expert Forecasts

Economy 07/23/2026, 06:55

🏠 Ukraine's real estate market in 2026: rents soared by 15%, while apartment prices in the regions are rising faster than in Kyiv. Experts forecast a seasonal boom in autumn and growing demand for houses with autonomous heating. 🔑

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Pension 20% Higher: How Residents of Ukraine's Mountain Regions Can Receive a Legal Supplement

Economy 07/23/2026, 06:35

Residents of Ukraine's mountain regions can receive a pension that is 20% higher than usual. The benefit applies in four oblasts but requires a personal visit to the Pension Fund with documents. From 2026, internally displaced persons will also be eligible for the supplement. 🏔️💰

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