Business news, entrepreneurship and startups in Kyiv region
The Antimonopoly Committee approved the HCGF IV fund’s indirect investment in the owner of the Bob Snail brand. We explain why this matters for scaling production, entering EU/UK/US markets, and maintaining investor confidence during a crisis.
The state is shifting long-distance domestic economy-class services to a state procurement model. This is not just about tickets: the decision is intended to stabilize Ukrzaliznytsia’s finances and preserve mobility amid economic pressure.
Nestlé has opened talks to sell part of its ice-cream business — a move that highlights how global players are restructuring their portfolios and opening up opportunities (and risks) for suppliers and competitors in the FMCG world.
The SBU and the prosecutor’s office have seized Ukrainian assets of a Russian businessman suspected of supplying equipment, drones and fuel to units of the Russian Armed Forces. This is not only a law-enforcement action — it is a step toward depriving the enemy of resources and possible nationalization of the proceeds.
In response to strikes on the energy infrastructure, the Cabinet of Ministers has consolidated all available assistance in one place — to speed up access to payments, loans and aid packages for vulnerable groups. We outline what’s available and how to apply today.
The former head of Ukrenergo warns: without strengthening major power plants and the rapid deployment of 500–600 MW of decentralized generation, the next heating season could be tougher. We examine what can realistically be achieved in time and how much large-scale restoration would cost.
The Insider investigation points to a wide network of intermediaries that supplied critical components to the Russian defense industry. This opens an operational window for measures — if partners agree to coordinate.
McDonald’s has confirmed that it is considering resuming operations in Mykolaiv, but the date depends on security, logistics and infrastructure. Why this matters for the local economy and community sentiment — briefly and without speculation.
Vitol, Trafigura and TotalEnergies won tenders to supply gasoline and diesel to Libya. We examine why this will reduce Russian presence in supplies and how it could be useful for Ukraine and its Mediterranean neighbors.
The U.S. Secretary of Energy said production could rise by 300–400 thousand barrels per day — a development that could affect prices, the geopolitics of energy resources and sanctions instruments, which is also of interest to Ukraine.
The Foreign Ministry spokesperson reacted sharply to Budapest's complaints after an oil pipeline was damaged: the issue is not Ukraine, but the consequences of Russian shelling and neighboring countries' dependence on Russian oil.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright asserts that the Trump administration’s interest in Greenland is, above all, a matter of national security. At the same time, references to rare-earth resources bring the issue of supply chains and geostrategy back into focus — with consequences for Ukraine.
Hungary and Slovakia have suspended diesel exports to Ukraine, directly tying the move to the halt of transit through the Druzhba pipeline. Why this matters for fuel security and diplomacy — a concise analysis.
Microsoft announced a $50 billion AI investment package through the end of the decade. It’s an opportunity not only for countries of the Global South — but also for Ukraine, which already has a memorandum with the company, if we properly convert promises into projects.
The diaspora gains a simple and affordable way to send parcels, while Ukrainian retail gets an additional supply route. We explain what changed and why this is important right now.
Amid escalating security concerns, the postal operator has closed the last branches in the frontline district — what this means for residents, logistics and local communications.
Ukraine, together with Sweden, Lithuania, and Canada, is launching a mechanism to rapidly finance small and medium-sized transport infrastructure projects. We explain exactly what will change for cities, roads, and ports — and why this matters today.
Metro: liqueur +40%, coffee +30%, snacks +12% — these changes reflect not only an emotional need but also a transformation of logistics and business models. We examine why this matters for every consumer and for the economy.
Changes take effect on February 17: the new schedule reduces the risk of passengers having to spend the night on platforms during the curfew and provides convenient connections for residents of Kharkiv region and central Ukraine.
After the massive shelling on 12 February, municipal crews restored heat to 2,600 households. However, more than 1,100 apartments in the Darnytskyi and Dniprovskyi districts remain without heating due to critical damage to the Darnytsia CHP — repairs could take months and will affect the comfort and safety of thousands of Kyiv residents.
Paramount has unofficially raised its bid to $31 per share; Warner Bros. Discovery has given a week to make a better offer. We break down the figures, deadlines, and possible implications for competition and the independence of content.
In the center of the capital, a large research-and-manufacturing complex was sold: the investor paid nine times the starting price. We examine why this matters for the city, for industrial heritage, and what risks remain.
This is not merely a trend: an investigation under the Digital Services Act (DSA) could set a precedent for the oversight of major platforms and affect consumer safety and trust in the online market — in the EU and beyond, including Ukraine.
After three weeks of detention and the payment of a multi-million fine, the tanker carrying Russian oil left French waters. This is not just a court case — it is a signal that evading sanctions in Europe is becoming more costly, and for Ukraine — a concrete action against financing the aggressor.
The story of one cook showed how a change in management, language policy and social sensitivity can turn a labor dispute into a national issue — and why that matters for the reputation of international brands.
In Tatariv, the 8,000‑square‑meter Obriy retail park has been put into operation. This is not just new shops on the road to Bukovel — we will analyze how the project will affect jobs, tourist spending, and the community’s budget.
Due to bad weather and kilometer-long traffic jams, Ukrzaliznytsia is launching additional Vidubychi–Darnytsia services on February 17. It’s a practical way to reach the city center faster, cheaper and without getting stuck in traffic.
LPP has announced the launch of a marketplace under the Sinsay brand as early as 2026. For Ukraine, this is not just about fashion — potentially about improving access to local producers, creating jobs, and intensifying competition with Chinese players.
Russian oil inventories at sea have exceeded 150 million barrels — this is putting pressure on exports and is already reducing the Kremlin’s revenues. We break down the figures, the causes, and what this means for Ukraine’s security.
The government has abandoned a single 10% rate and, from March 1, 2026, will introduce two tiers of cashback. This decision has a direct impact on demand, production and import substitution — we examine which industries will gain an advantage and what this means for consumers.