Business news, entrepreneurship and startups in Kyiv region
At night, a shock wave from the attack triggered the protective valve at the gas-regulating station in Rudno. We explain why this happened, who was disconnected from gas, and what specialists are doing to restore supply.
S&P Global warns of a supply shortfall amid a surge in demand from artificial intelligence, data centers and defense spending — a breakdown of what this means for prices, investments and our defense capability.
Repair crews are working around the clock: some cities already have heat and water, but hundreds of thousands of residents still depend on power and safety. We examine what has been done and what it means for people.
German defense companies have announced a joint venture in 2026 and plans for serial production from 2029. We examine what the emergence of maritime lasers means for fleet security and what opportunities it opens up for Ukraine.
In wartime, free access to international routes is not a triviality but a strategic advantage. We examine how the "transport visa‑free" regime will reduce business costs, strengthen logistics, and what else is needed to effectively use this opportunity.
DTEK is putting emergency crews on 24/7 duty due to forecasted wind gusts and a cold snap to around −10°C. We explain why this is important for your safety and how simple actions can reduce the risk of power outages.
Ukrainian agribusinesses have, for the first time, supplied more than 11 million cubic meters of biomethane to the European market — not only generating additional revenue but also signaling Ukraine's growing role in ensuring Europe's energy independence.
As Brussels postpones a full ban until 2027, European ports have turned Arctic LNG into a regular source of revenue for the Russian Federation. Why this matters for the EU’s security — and for us — we examine the facts.
The U.S. President announced immediate steps targeting institutional homebuyers. We break down why this matters for ordinary landlords, the capital markets, and what to expect next.
In 2025 legal entities bought more than 43,000 plots of land, while individuals purchased over 72,000. We examine how the price landscape correlates with the frontline, investment flows and reconstruction plans.
A 37-year-old Azerbaijani national was transporting cocaine worth nearly UAH 35 million in a rented minibus. The detention occurred amid the uncovering of a transnational supply channel — we examine why this matters for security and what comes next.
After increased pressure from the United States, Chinese refiners have stepped up inquiries into Canadian crude oil — pricier, but faster. We examine why this matters now and what the implications are for the global energy sector.
The Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (AMCU) has received an application regarding a change of ownership of nine companies in the Agro‑Region group. We examine why this deal is not just a business transaction but a matter of influence over the grain market and farmers' access to grain elevators.
A massive strike on energy infrastructure on the night of January 8 almost completely cut power to Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and partially to Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Rescuers and energy crews are working around the clock — we explain the consequences for people and critical infrastructure and why restoration may be protracted.
The drop in production at Stellantis plants in 2025 is more than just a statistic. It’s a wake-up call for workers, the government and Europe’s supply chains — we examine why it happened and what could reverse the trend as early as 2026.
The prosecutor's office has filed a lawsuit against LLC "Rybalko‑Company" over an unpaid developers' contribution. Why this matters for Kyiv residents and what precedents already exist in case law — briefly and to the point.
Washington announced: stocks of Venezuelan oil under U.S. control will be released to the market, and the proceeds will be collected in accounts controlled by the U.S. government. This is not just revenue — it is a precedent for managing strategic resources in times of crisis.
A Budapest court on December 19, 2025 returned control of the general agency UDP to Ukraine — a decision that sets a precedent in the protection of state assets abroad.
On November 21, the Supreme Court of Sweden definitively dismissed the appeal of Cypriot companies linked to Ihor Kolomoisky in the Ukrnafta case. We examine why the decision matters not only as a legal victory but also as a signal about the protection of the state's strategic assets.
The new 40,000-ton elevator is not just a storage facility. It is an investment in the value-added chain, jobs, and the export resilience of Western Ukraine.
The board of directors called Skydance’s offer for Paramount "inadequate." This is not just a corporate battle over assets — it’s about who shapes the global narratives that also affect our information security.
Money Loves Silence: UAH 16.2 billion on the state platform in 2025 — we break down which lots made the biggest contribution and why it matters for local and state budgets.
Leading energy market operators have joined forces to train engineers and managers for the industry's real-world challenges — from grid resilience to the electricity market.
A local manufacturer of heavy logistics equipment is taking a step overseas. Why this matters for Ukrainian industry, jobs, and the reputation of exports during the war — succinctly and with facts.
The first long-distance train has been equipped with internet — what this will change for passengers and how the project can scale without additional investments from Ukrainian Railways (UZ).
Under a seven-year framework agreement with the Pentagon, production of PAC-3 MSE interceptors is set to rise to 2,000 units per year. We examine why this is important for Ukraine's defense capability and what limitations remain.
After the "coalition of the willing" meeting in Paris, the new Czech prime minister confirmed that the ammunition-supply initiative will continue. For the front, it is a signal of stability; for Kyiv, a time to test logistics and guarantees.
DRI has commissioned Văcărești (126 MW), bringing the company's portfolio in Romania to nearly 300 MW. We explain why the launch matters not only for business but also for Ukraine's investment image in Europe.
The 14th week of falling Russian oil prices is not just a statistic but a direct blow to Russia's revenues. Why this matters for Ukraine’s security and how partners will respond — we explain briefly and with the facts.
A new website gives patients and the regulator open access to wholesale and maximum retail prices — an important step toward control of the pharmaceuticals market during reforms and war.