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Longer and more efficient: an experiment with 'super-trucks' launched on the Kyiv — Odesa highway

Economy 06/08/2026, 22:01

An experiment with 'super-trucks' has been launched on the Kyiv — Odesa highway 🚛. Long-haul vehicle combinations, popular in Europe, will for the first time be allowed to move in Ukraine. This will allow for increased freight transport and reduced load on roads. 🇺🇦📉

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Pension Reform in Ukraine: New Payment Formula and the Fight Against Pension Devaluation

Economy 06/08/2026, 21:57

The Government of Ukraine has presented a new pension reform concept: payments will become two-component, and the gap between minimum and maximum pensions will be reduced. The draft law, aimed at combating benefit devaluation, is planned to be submitted to the Rada in the autumn. ⏳📉

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Gasoline prices drop: how fuel prices in Ukraine changed after the weekend

Economy 06/08/2026, 21:26

Fuel prices in Ukraine have dropped! 📉 WOG, OKKO, and SOCAR networks have lowered prices by 1 UAH per liter. We break down how much gasoline and diesel now cost at popular gas stations. ⛽🚗

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Oil Shock: Prices Surge Amid Iranian and Israeli Missile Strikes

Economy 06/08/2026, 20:59

Oil prices surged following the missile strike on Israel and the retaliatory strike on Iran. Brent rose by nearly 4%, while traders fear the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. 🚀🛢️

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Ukraine's Labor Market: How the War Changed Demand for Professions — From Housekeepers to Welders

Economy 06/08/2026, 20:56

🇺🇦 The war has changed Ukraine's labor market: demand for housekeepers dropped by 68%, for welders by 46%. However, interest in the defense sector and logistics has grown. 💼📉 #Ukraine #LaborMarket #War

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Bitcoin Crashes Below $60,000: Crypto Market Loses Ground Amid AI and Geopolitics

Economy 06/07/2026, 23:39

Bitcoin crashes below $60,000, losing more than half its value since the October peak. Experts link the crash to fund outflows and investment shifts into the artificial intelligence sector. 📉🤖

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Vinnytsia sets a new record: water tariffs to triple while Kyiv prices remain unchanged

Economy 06/07/2026, 22:54

Ukrainians are preparing for a sharp surge in water prices: in Vinnytsia, tariffs will rise by 216%, setting a new record. Unlike the regions, Kyiv will currently maintain old rates. 💧💸

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Kyiv allocated 2 billion hryvnias for heat protection: how the Cabinet of Ministers is preparing the capital for winter

Economy 06/07/2026, 22:51

The Cabinet of Ministers allocated an additional 2 billion hryvnias to Kyiv for winter preparation. The funds will be used to protect energy facilities and ensure stable heating supply. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed that this is part of the implementation of the Capital Resilience Plan. 🔥🏙️

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Workforce Shift: Poland Actively Seeks to Replace Ukrainian Workers with Migrants from Asia and South America

Economy 06/07/2026, 22:48

Poland is changing its strategy: migrants from Asia and South America are increasingly replacing Ukrainians in the labor market. Employers are actively seeking replacements, while residency rules for Ukrainians are becoming stricter. 🇵🇱📉🌏

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Mass Exodus: International Giants Leave Cuba Amid Economic Collapse and US Pressure

Economy 06/07/2026, 19:44

Cuba is experiencing an economic collapse: international giants Iberostar and Meliá are closing hotels, while Visa and Mastercard have stopped working on the island. Amid fuel shortages and increased pressure from the Trump administration, investors are mass-exiting Havana. 📉🇨🇺🚫

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Workforce Shift in Poland: How Asian and South American Migrants Are Replacing Ukrainians in the Labor Market

Economy 06/07/2026, 01:17

Poland is changing its workforce policy: migrants from Asia and South America are replacing Ukrainian workers. Experts warn that Ukrainians returning to the country may not find their old jobs, and new residence rules will come into force in 2026. 🇵🇱🌍📉

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Empty shelves and panic: food shortages begin in occupied Crimea

Economy 06/06/2026, 21:42

In occupied Crimea, against the backdrop of a gasoline shortage, food shortages have begun: sugar, cereals, and pasta are disappearing from shelves. Stores are introducing purchase restrictions due to panic and logistics problems. 🛒🚫

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The Energy Transition Paradox: Europe Saves Billions on Solar Power but Records Record Purchases of Russian Gas

Economy 06/06/2026, 18:50

Europe faces a paradox: solar energy saved the EU €12.8 billion, but Russian gas purchases are breaking records 🇪🇺🇷🇺. Germany increased imports by 72%, and Russia remained the second supplier despite plans to quit. The war in the Middle East only complicates the situation.

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Digitization of employment records in Ukraine: 2026 deadline and preservation of work experience

Economy 06/06/2026, 18:12

By June 10, 2026, Ukrainians need to digitize their paper employment records. But don't worry: if you miss the deadline, your work experience won't be lost. We explain how to submit documents and what to do if archives are lost. 🇺🇦📄

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Stability despite risks: forecast for the hryvnia exchange rate and the best deposit conditions for next week

Economy 06/06/2026, 17:57

The Ukrainian foreign exchange market will remain stable next week: the NBU is curbing speculation, and exchange rate fluctuations will not exceed 1.5%. Experts advise against holding savings in foreign currency and recommend opening deposits at 15% per annum, as rates will remain stable until 2027. 💰📉

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Food and fuel rationing: how strikes on logistics are destroying the economy of occupied Sevastopol

Economy 06/06/2026, 03:08

Ration coupons for food and fuel have been introduced in Sevastopol due to supply disruptions. Strikes on logistics and refineries have led to shortages: stores have limits on oil and pasta, and gasoline is sold only by coupon. 🛑🛒

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Economic Divide: Why Putin's Optimism at SPIEF Does Not Match the Real Data

Economy 06/06/2026, 02:34

Putin's optimistic speeches at SPIEF sharply contrast with real data: Russian budget revenues fell by 40%, and the deficit exceeded $80 billion. Experts are noting signs of a systemic crisis and the flight of foreign investors. 📉🇷🇺

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Dollar and Euro Exchange Rates on June 8: NBU Records Decline, Analysts Forecast Stabilization

Economy 06/06/2026, 01:31

The NBU recorded a decline in the dollar and euro exchange rates on June 8: the dollar fell to 44.35 UAH, the euro — to 51.63 UAH. Experts forecast stabilization and consider the 45 UAH mark unlikely without external shocks. 📉💵

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