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While strikes on the country's energy infrastructure continue, a Roshen warehouse in Yahotyn has caught fire. We explain why this matters for supplies, jobs, and regional security — no panic, just facts.
Overnight the Russian Federation carried out targeted strikes on key overhead power lines and thermal power plants. We explain why these strikes specifically threaten household lighting and what operators and partners are doing to mitigate the consequences.
Atlantic Sea LNG is negotiating the supply of up to 15 billion cubic meters of LNG annually from the United States for 20 years. This is an opportunity to lock in supply diversification and price stability — but the decision must be made now.
Saturday's cascading failure caused the shutdown of a power unit and an hour-long loss of external power at the Chernobyl NPP. The IAEA warns: without investment and repairs, nuclear safety and the daily energy supply of Ukrainians are at risk.
While peace consultations continue in Abu Dhabi, the European Commission is proposing a 20th sanctions package — ranging from a ban on maritime services for crude oil to an expansion of the banking and shipping blacklist. It is a step aimed at systematically curbing the aggressor’s revenues and logistics.
The State Property Fund (SPF) sold a grain-processing complex on its third attempt; the facility had been in storage since 2009. We examine why the deal matters for the local market and what this means for transparency.
Australian company European Lithium has acquired 100% of the shares of Velta Holding in a cash-free transaction — the deal preserves Ukrainian management and accelerates industrial projects in Kirovohrad Oblast and the United States. We explain why this matters for Ukraine’s economy and security.
Reuters: Russia’s flagship crude was selling in India at a $10-per-barrel discount — the largest since 2022. We examine why this happened and what it means for the Russian budget, India’s diversification, and the region’s energy security.
The agreement between the EU and India is effectively ready — a market of 1.4 billion people opens major opportunities for European exports, but a number of exemptions and high Indian tariffs make the results ambiguous. We examine why this matters for Europe and how it could affect Ukrainian interests.
Exports rose 65.6% and brought in $201.9 million; these are not just numbers — they represent revenue, jobs, and questions of food security. We examine who bought the most and what this means for the country.
Three global manufacturers have recalled batches over possible cereulide contamination — a matter of infant safety, market impact and supply‑chain control. We explain the sources of risk, the scale of the damage and what to do in Ukraine.
Agreed veterinary certificates open the way for shipments of beef, breeding and fattening cattle to Algeria. We explain why this matters now and how to turn permits into real contracts.
The Appellate Chamber has overturned the conviction of the former head of the Ternopil Regional Council for inaccurate asset declaration. We examine why the decision matters for trust in institutions and what questions it raises for the law and the public’s assessment of officials.
Digital payers are converting traffic into funds for defense and recovery. We break down how much Apple, Google and others have paid, why it matters, and what trend to expect next.
Targeted strikes on the thermal power plant have pushed the city to the brink of a humanitarian crisis: who will suffer most and what decisions are urgently needed.
New Delhi and Brussels are close to an agreement that opens the Indian market to European brands. It reshuffles global supply chains and presents both risks and opportunities for Ukrainian industry — we break it down point by point.
DTEK announced the region's withdrawal from emergency outage schedules — we examine what changed today, how this will affect each resident's day, and what to expect next.
Money loves silence, but these figures are worth knowing: record December deliveries and a pivot to western routes kept shortages at bay during the cold snap. We examine how this affects prices at gas stations and the market’s strategic resilience.
In 2025 pharmacies sold more imported medicines than Ukrainian ones — this is no longer merely a market issue but a factor shaping the availability of medicines, the sector's economy, and government policy.
The decision by a company in the DTEK group is not merely about protecting the brand. It raises key questions about the transparency of the recent auction, possible losses for Energoatom, and subsequent investigations.
An interview with the co-owner of Nova Poshta reveals a plan to change the logistics model: from "post-order" to local placement of goods. Why this matters now and what consumers and sellers should expect.
On the night of January 24, a Russian "Shahed" drone struck the building of a confectionery factory in the Holosiivskyi district — this is not only a human tragedy but also a blow to jobs and the city's infrastructure amid mass attacks on the energy sector.
Due to damage to the fencing and a power shortage, the metro is operating on a modified schedule. We explain which stations are closed, how trains are running, and what this means for daily commutes.
A Dutch pension giant sold about €10 billion (approx. $11.7 billion) in Treasuries. It’s not a market crash, but an important marker of confidence — we explain why this matters for global finance and for Ukraine.
Supernova operates cargo flights six times a week between Belgium, the Czech Republic and Israel — not just business, but a strategic reserve for Ukraine’s logistics. We examine why the company chose short routes and what this means for the restoration of air service.
Consumption of convenience foods is rising 15–25% a year — a signal for investors, retailers and time‑pressed families. We examine why Multicook is betting on gourmet food stores and what that means for the market and the local economy.
On the morning of January 23, most regions faced emergency power outages — Ukrenergo reports that repairs to several generating facilities are expected to be completed soon. We explain why this happened and what Ukrainians should do right now.
Reuters: Rheinmetall has agreed to buy Luerssen's division for €1.35 billion — a move into the naval sector that could speed up ammunition production in Ukraine and deliveries of Lynx armored vehicles.
Daily service linking the South with the Carpathians begins February 3–4 — what will change for travelers, the local economy, and Ukrzaliznytsia's finances.
Technologies are transforming Prozorro from a bureaucratic obstacle into an instrument of growth. We examine which solutions deliver real competitive advantages and why this matters for the country’s economy and security.