Financial news, budget and personal finances
A $200 million grant has been credited to the state budget under the World Bank’s PEACE project. We explain why this matters for pensioners, the budget and the trust of international partners.
The head of one of the State Tax Service departments in Sumy region has been detained after receiving UAH 1.5 million. We examine why this matters for businesses on the contact line and what institutions will do next.
Malaysia was the first to withdraw from a trade agreement with the Trump administration after the U.S. Supreme Court's decision. We examine why this matters for the region and how changes in U.S. tariff policy could hit Ukrainian exports.
Deloitte via LIGA.net: figures that explain why household budgets in Ukraine are being squeezed under the pressure of war — and what this means for policy and aid.
The NBU fine is not just a formality. It is a test of Ukrposhta’s readiness to comply with payment-market rules and a signal to investors and partners.
The Partial Guarantee Fund has opened a pilot for credit unions and financial companies: up to 50% guarantees, an 80 million UAH limit, and work with farmers in the community — what this means for small farms.
The neighbor's GDP topped $1 trillion in 2025 — not just a reason to celebrate, but also a signal to Ukraine about challenges in the labor market, investment and security. We unpack the implications.
The European Commission's position is clear: the funds must be released. Hungary's blocking is tied to a dispute over an oil pipeline — what this means for Ukraine's budget and security on the eve of March 19–20.
The National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) has launched a review of former minister Herman Halushchenko’s declaration at the request of MP Anastasiia Radina. This is not merely a paperwork check — it is a signal of how accountability institutions are functioning in the wake of the scandals surrounding “Midas.”
The National Bank fined insurance company Veles for breaches of reporting requirements — is this an isolated incident or part of a systematic tightening of oversight that affects market stability and client protection?
Delaying the adoption of key reforms until the end of March could derail the IMF's $8.1 billion program and force the NBU to resort to risky lending to the budget. We examine what exactly is at stake and why this matters for economic resilience and defense.
A report from the Institute for National Security Strategy and satellite imagery indicate that Pyongyang is selling troops and armaments to Moscow. This undermines the effectiveness of sanctions and has direct consequences for the frontline and for international politics.
Iute Group has turned the insolvent RwS into IuteBank — the first case of attracting foreign capital during the war. Why this matters for depositors and what signal it sends to investors — succinctly and with context.
An entrepreneur who is among the key contractors on infrastructure projects has announced his intention to buy the nationalized PIN Bank — why this matters for small businesses and urban recovery.
UniCredit has proposed a stock-swap to overcome the German 30% threshold. We explain why this matters for markets, employees and for Europe’s economic security — including the implications for Ukraine.
Free delivery of cards is not just a convenience. It is a step toward stable access to funds for internally displaced persons, the diaspora, and small businesses. We explain how to take advantage of the new provision and what it means for citizens and the economy.
Only 13 applications and three registered enterprises — figures from the Ministry of Economy show that the state mechanism of partial compensation for property losses is not producing the expected effect. We analyze why this is critical for businesses in high‑risk regions and what steps could remedy the situation.
To mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Mint has released a temporary series bearing the dual date 1776–2026 and new designs. On the dime — an eagle with arrows, without an olive branch. We break down the facts, the symbolism, and why this matters even beyond the United States.
The President of Poland has blocked participation in the SAFE loan program (€43.7 billion over 45 years). This is not merely an internal political conflict in Warsaw — its consequences will determine the pace of European modernization and the prospects for joint procurements for Ukraine.
For the first time, students admitted to private institutions on state-funded places will receive academic stipends. We explain who will benefit, where the money will come from, and what the practical consequences will be for the education system.
The State Statistics Service released a provisional estimate: annual growth is modest, but the fourth quarter showed a pickup. We explain why this matters for security, your wallet, and future investments.
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has set the official exchange rate that will be in effect from March 13. It’s not just a figure in a table — import prices, exporters’ revenues, and Ukrainians’ purchasing power depend on it.
During wartime, trust in institutions is a strategic resource. Dmytro Lubinets has opened proceedings over a possible breach of personal data following a post by a co‑founder of monobank. We explain what this means for clients, the bank, and data protection practice in Ukraine.
The President announced an automatic supplemental payment for pensioners and recipients of social benefits and a cashback program for diesel, petrol and gas. We break down who will receive the money, how it will work and what the risks are for the state budget.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has invoked Section 301 against China, the EU and 14 other countries. This investigation could change trade rules and affect prices and investment — we examine who will be hit by tariffs and what opportunities this opens up for Ukraine.
Revolut has become a full-fledged bank in the United Kingdom with FSCS protection for deposits up to £120,000 — it's a question of trust, competition and regulatory access in the US.
A French group has confirmed signing an agreement to acquire up to 100% of the shares of Bank Lviv. This is not just a purchase — it is a vote of confidence in the Ukrainian economy and a strengthening of financial support for SMEs and the agricultural sector in western Ukraine.
Reuters reports that the Russian Finance Ministry has ordered agencies to prepare for roughly a 10% cut in spending. These are not just budget figures — they are a marker of deeper financial strain already being felt under sanctions and could change the Kremlin’s ability to sustain the war over the long term.
The write-off of roughly UAH 140 billion in "old" hryvnia debts has sharply reduced PrivatBank's share of NPLs — we examine whether this is a genuine balance-sheet cleanup and how it will affect lending and Ukraine's financial stability.
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) recorded a new high — up 12 kopecks. We explain why the exchange rate rose, under what conditions it could reach 45 UAH per US$, and which scenarios leading analysts are proposing.