Business news, entrepreneurship and startups in Kyiv region
The most significant upgrade of electric transport in 15 years is taking place alongside fare increases. We examine how 17 new trolleybuses and a European Investment Bank loan will change the city's comfort, safety and budget.
The number of gift deeds in 2025 fell by almost 40% compared with 2024 — a figure that signals not only owners' behavior but also risks to liquidity and trust in the market. We examine why this matters now.
Bloomberg reports that the crew was sailing with its AIS turned off — a sign of how regional tensions and navigational risks are putting pressure on global energy supplies and are noticeably affecting fuel prices, including in Ukraine.
Reuters reports that tankers under the Indian flag may pass through the Strait of Hormuz on March 21. This is not merely a regional event — its repercussions will be felt by global energy markets and in prices in Ukraine.
Shell estimates that restoring one of the key lines at Pearl GTL in Ras Laffan will take roughly a year. For the global liquefied natural gas market, this means a reduction in available capacity and increased upward pressure on prices; for Ukraine — new risks of energy instability, but also opportunities for diplomatic and industrial response.
Berlin has introduced a six-month temporary general licence for deliveries of air-defence and mine-clearing equipment — we explain how this will accelerate aid to Kyiv and which restrictions still apply.
The Cabinet of Ministers proposes financing the installation of generators, but fuel and maintenance will be the responsibility of residents. We examine why this is a step toward the capital's energy resilience — and what risks it poses to household budgets.
Coffee, hot meals and even books — Ukrzaliznytsia allows ordering snacks and full meals together with a ticket. We examine how it works and why it matters right now, as most routes remain unprofitable.
An American defense giant has opened a subsidiary in Lithuania — this is not just a business move. We explain why it matters for regional security, supply chains, and Ukraine’s defense industry.
Bloomberg received an internal memo: management cites a shifting audience and digital transformation. Layoffs could affect about 60 people — international bureaus, including Ukrainian teams, are already being named among those affected.
The International Energy Agency has published a list of simple measures that could reduce fuel costs and ease pressure on the market. We explain how these recommendations will affect Ukraine’s budget and energy security.
According to Reuters, after a February dip in supplies Russia could reclaim the top spot in India's imports in March. This is not just about trade-flow statistics — the changes affect global prices and are felt directly in Ukraine's fuel markets.
With the patent on semaglutide expiring, Indian drugmakers are preparing to roll out low-cost copies of Ozempic and Wegovy. That could change global availability of the drugs — and serve as a bellwether for the markets on which Ukraine depends.
After U.S. sanctions, Lukoil recorded an impairment of 1.67 trillion rubles and a net loss of $12.6 billion — this is not merely an accounting entry, but a sign that Western restrictions are depriving Russia of the ability to freely dispose of its overseas assets.
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko announced a recalculation: due to service interruptions in January, consumers were not charged 36.4 million hryvnias. We explain who will receive compensation and what to do next.
The Kyiv Commercial Court has declared Eco‑Bud‑Trade LLC bankrupt: according to official data, its debt to creditors exceeds UAH 3 billion, while the prosecutor's office is seeking recovery of more than UAH 10.6 billion. We examine why this matters for the city and the state and what consequences to expect in the near future.
Iran has announced strikes on a number of targets in Israel; officials say damage to the BAZAN oil refinery is minor. However, the incident could affect energy markets and the security of supply chains — which is important for Ukraine as well.
Systemic work that isn't always visible in the headlines: the head of Rheinmetall says that stocks of missiles and air‑defense systems are "practically depleted." We examine how this affects the front lines, suppliers, and Ukraine's defense capability.
Rome has lifted part of the tax burden on gasoline, diesel and LPG for 20 days. We examine why the decision was made now, what the economic impact will be, and whether Ukrainians will feel it.
QatarEnergy warns of a possible force majeure: strikes on Ras Laffan could remove 12.8 million tonnes of LNG per year from the market for 3–5 years. Why this matters for prices, for Europe and for Ukraine — briefly and without panic.
Reuters, citing the deputy minister, reports that rising fuel prices are increasing demand for biodiesel feedstock — Ukrainian farmers could expand rapeseed acreage to 1.5 million hectares. We examine how to seize this opportunity and what constraints exist.
The ministry reminded municipal authorities of their legal responsibility. We explain who should pay for the major repairs, which technical risks experts have already identified, and which possible solutions could speed up the work.
While global attention is riveted on conflicts, pressure is mounting in the fertilizer market: India is in talks with Russia, Belarus and Morocco — prices, logistics and Ukrainian fields will feel the consequences.
In March, Asian refiners bought about 60 million barrels of U.S. crude — the most in three years. We examine why the region has reoriented toward the United States and what impact this will have on energy security and prices in Ukraine.
The court is considering a case against LLC "Mayak Service Invest": the prosecutor labels the structures as unauthorized and asks to annul the registration of land rights. Why this matters to every Kyiv resident — briefly and to the point.
Ursula von der Leyen proposed cutting bureaucracy — a company could be opened within 48 hours and for less than €100. We examine why this matters for the European market and what opportunity it presents to Ukraine.
Iran struck Qatar's energy infrastructure — the response of global actors is already affecting gas and fuel prices. We explain why this matters specifically for Ukraine and what to expect next.
A plant in Kirovohrad Oblast has produced its first batch of high‑purity graphite since the winter shutdown, partly using African‑sourced raw materials. This is not merely an export deal — it signals the restoration of a critical link in the battery supply chain and offers a chance to reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers.
The state is launching a temporary compensation in response to rising fuel prices — we break down who benefits, how to sign up, and why this matters right now.
The Kyiv Regional Prosecutor’s Office has notified the head of a construction company of suspicion — the case involves more than UAH 7.7 million in projects for 2023–2025. We examine why this matters for local budgets and security.