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Ukrainians are ditching cash: how payment habits changed in 2026

Economy 06/06/2026, 01:01

Ukrainians are rapidly ditching cash: in the first quarter of 2026, the share of non-cash operations reached 96%. 📉 Cash is being displaced by smartphones and contactless cards, while the average check in stores has grown by almost 50 hryvnias. 💳📱

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$45.7 billion: How Ukraine's international reserves changed in early June

Economy 06/06/2026, 00:05

Ukraine's international reserves on June 1, 2026, amounted to $45.7 billion. In May, they decreased by 5.2% due to NBU interventions and external debt payments, but remain sufficient to cover imports for almost 5 months. 💵📉

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IMF Makes Concessions: Risk of Losing $686 Million for Ukraine Removed Due to Tax Law Deadline Extension

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:35

The IMF has made concessions to Ukraine and extended the deadline for adopting the parcel tax law until the end of July. This decision removes the risk of losing the second loan tranche of $686 million. The Fund acknowledged that the Rada needs more time to gather votes but warned: this is the last extension. 💸📦🇺🇦

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Ukraine's currency market at the start of Friday: dollar and euro hit new highs, banks adjust rates

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:24

Ukraine's currency market on Friday: dollar and euro rise, banks adjust rates 💵📈 The average dollar rate in exchange offices rose to 44.30 UAH, euro — to 51.85 UAH. Oschadbank offers the most favorable conditions for buying euros, while PUMB — for selling dollars. Read the full breakdown of rates in major banks 👇

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Gasoline prices drop: what changed at Ukrainian gas stations on June 5

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:04

Gasoline prices have dropped at Ukrainian gas stations: fuel became 1 UAH cheaper in three major networks. Meanwhile, gasoline and diesel prices remained unchanged. 🚗⛽️

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Mortgage Cheaper Than Rent: In Which Ukrainian Cities Is the 'єОселя' Program More Advantageous Than Renting

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:01

Mortgage Cheaper Than Rent: In western Ukrainian cities, the 'єОселя' payment is already lower than the cost of renting an apartment. In Uzhhorod, Lviv, and Ivano-Frankivsk, buying housing is more profitable than renting, whereas in frontline regions, renting remains significantly cheaper. 🏠💰

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Britons vs. Beavers: Why the Bank of England Decided to Remove Churchill from Banknotes

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:36

The Bank of England proposed replacing Churchill with a beaver and a frog: Britons are shocked by the idea of drawing animals on pounds instead of historical figures. 🇬🇧🐸🦫 Voting has already begun, but conservatives demand that war heroes remain on the money.

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Subsidies from May 2026: who will have payments extended automatically and who will have to go to the PFO

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:33

Subsidies from May 2026 will be extended automatically, but there are exceptions! 🏠💰 Find out who will have to submit a new application to the PFO and how changes in family composition affect payments. #subsidies #utilities #pfoukraine

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Saving work experience: Ukraine changes pension rules starting in August

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:30

Starting in August, Ukraine will change the rules for calculating pension seniority: years will now be counted even if the employer did not pay the USC. This will help many retire on time, although the amount of payments will depend on actual contributions. 🇺🇦👵💰

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Ukraine's Pension Fund launches remote social assistance application for non-working citizens

Economy 06/05/2026, 01:23

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has launched an online service for applying for social assistance. Citizens without pension rights and people with disabilities can now apply remotely via the portal using a QES. The income limit for receiving payments must not exceed 2595 UAH per month. 📉📄

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Dollar breaks 44.37 UAH: why the rate is rising and whether to expect devaluation of the hryvnia

Economy 06/05/2026, 00:16

📈 The dollar is rising again — 44.37 UAH. But this is not devaluation: an expert explains why the euro is more important for Ukraine and why it is too early to panic 💶🇺🇦

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Salaries in Ukraine 2026: Gender Gap up to 47% and Record Offers for IT Specialists

Economy 06/04/2026, 17:00

The average salary in Ukraine has risen to 28,885 hryvnias, but the gender gap in certain sectors reaches 47%. 📉 While the IT sector offers salaries up to 170,000 hryvnias, every sixth specialist lost their job over the year. 💻📉

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Inzhur launches mobile app: aiming for one million investors by 2028

Economy 06/04/2026, 16:53

Inzhur has launched a mobile app for investing in real estate and government bonds (OVGZ). In the first two days, it was downloaded by more than 15,000 users. The company's founder has set a goal to teach one million Ukrainians to invest by 2028 📱📈

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Technical dead end: Ukrainian business demands cancellation of forced wagon write-offs

Economy 06/04/2026, 16:35

Ukrainian business warns the government of the risk of losing a third of the wagon fleet due to outdated write-off rules. Industrialists demand a switch to the European model of assessing the technical condition of wagons to avoid a shortage of transport during the country's recovery period. 🚂📉

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E10 Petrol in Ukraine: Harmonization with the EU and Hidden Benefits for the Market

Economy 06/04/2026, 15:54

From July 1, Ukraine switches to E10 standard petrol, unifying the market with Europe. 🇺🇦⛽ Suppliers no longer need to order separate fuel batches, which will reduce logistics costs. For drivers, the changes will be unnoticeable: familiar A-95 markings will remain. 🚗

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E10 Petrol in Ukraine: Why Prices Won't Skyrocket and Engines Won't Break

Economy 06/04/2026, 15:30

Starting July 1, E10 petrol containing bioethanol is introduced in Ukraine. Experts assure: prices will rise imperceptibly, and modern engines will not suffer. We analyze what will change at gas stations and whether you need to change your car. ⛽🚗

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Oil Plunges: Israel and Lebanon Agree to Ceasefire, Markets Await US-Iran Deal

Economy 06/04/2026, 15:14

Oil prices dropped sharply following news of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon 🛑🇮🇱🇱🇧. Markets are awaiting a US-Iran deal and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz 🛢️. Trump suggested progress in negotiations could happen this weekend 🇺🇸🇮🇷.

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Currency rates on June 4: Dollar holds maximums, Euro depreciates in Ukrainian banks

Economy 06/04/2026, 15:00

At the beginning of the week, the Ukrainian currency market is showing divergent dynamics: the dollar has stabilized at peak values, while the euro has begun to decline in a number of banks. We analyze where it is most profitable to buy and sell currency today. 💵📉

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