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The new Labour Code replaces rules from 1971 — it formalizes remote and flexible employment, introduces a transparent minimum wage mechanism, and is expected to accelerate the reduction of the informal economy. We break down what will actually change for workers, businesses and the state already this year.
According to the Ukrainian Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU), economic crimes in Russia during the first 11 months of 2025 caused about $4 billion in losses. This is not just a number — it is a window into systemic problems that also affect the Kremlin's ability to finance the war.
Seasonal demand and budget payments pushed the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) into net currency sales, but record reserves provide room to maneuver. We explain what this means for the economy and your wallet.
Money loves silence: tax revenues to local budgets increased by 13.4% in 2025 — we examine where these funds come from and how they will affect services in communities.
The fintech giant that announced it would close the accounts of Ukrainian clients is considering Turkey as a new platform. Why this matters for the Ukrainian market and customers — briefly, with facts.
Over the first 11 months of 2025 the IT sector brought in nearly $6 billion. Why was growth only 2.4%, and what does that mean for jobs, the budget, and national resilience?
In December, the National Bank of Ukraine imposed sanctions on five institutions, including MIB and Tascombank. We explain why this matters for the financial stability and reputation of the Ukrainian banking system.
Riyadh opens its market to all non-resident investors in response to budgetary pressure and falling oil revenues. We examine where the money will go and why this matters for Ukraine and global investors.
The hryvnia opened 2026 with two consecutive record lows — the National Bank set the official rate at 42.5634 UAH per dollar, effective January 7. We explain why this matters now and where in the economy there is a buffer against shocks.
Michael Platt became a billionaire by investing solely his own funds. We examine why BlueCrest's record profits matter not only for London's markets — but also for those who will build Ukraine's economy and institutions.
Estonian Iute Group is buying a transitional structure with a banking license to launch a fully digital bank. Why this matters for the investment climate and what risks the Ukrainian financial system faces — briefly and without emotion.
IED estimates Ukraine's real GDP will grow by 2% in 2025. Attacks on energy infrastructure, labor shortages and logistical constraints have held the economy back — we explain why this matters to you.
Household investments in government bonds climbed to UAH 111.9 billion in 2025. Why this matters for your savings and the resilience of the budget — brief and to the point.
Ankara will declare Black Sea security a strategic priority at the "Coalition of the Resolute" meeting. It is an opportunity to turn declarations into practical mechanisms for protecting maritime corridors and trade.
The Federal Council has frozen the funds of Nicolás Maduro and his associates — how it works and why the decision is important for accountability mechanisms, including for Ukraine.
A former MP suspected of manipulating bonds and laundering more than UAH 20 million has been detained at the request of the Office of the Prosecutor General. We examine the next steps in the case and why it matters for the government debt market.
The President signed decrees dismissing Yaroslav Shlyakhov and Yurii Boyko. These are not isolated personnel changes but part of a broader marathon of reforms crucial for investor confidence and the stability of the capital market.
Money loves silence, but these numbers are worth knowing: in 2025 the volume of foreign financing of the defense‑industrial complex increased tenfold — what this will mean for the front, industry and the economy next year.
The Ministry of Economy has reinstated the average-salary requirement as a condition for a company to be deemed important for the economy — this directly affects who will receive mobilization exemptions and how businesses will respond to the new rules.
Between December 17 and 30, three Sparkasse branches were damaged — from Bonn to Gelsenkirchen. This is not merely a criminal sensation, but a test of the resilience of European financial security.
In 2025 customs revenues rose by 21%, and tax revenues by 20.2%. We break down what lies behind these figures, how they affect security and social payments, and which decisions will determine whether the effect will be long-lasting.
Support has increased by roughly 30% compared with 2024. We break down where the money went and why this is shifting the balance of power — not only on the battlefield, but also in Ukraine's weapons production.
After the Kakhovka Reservoir was blown up, the government is preparing an alternative water-supply system. This is not just an infrastructure project — it is a matter of security, agricultural recovery, and climate adaptation.
A Financial Times analysis found that Christine Lagarde's total compensation substantially exceeds the figures officially reported by the ECB. This is not just about pay — it's about accountability, standards of transparency, and trust in European institutions.
The Ministry of Economy estimates the contribution of the policy supporting domestic producers at 0.95 percentage points. It is important to understand not only the number but the mechanism — why this affects growth, jobs and the economy’s resilience during the war.
Mindex listed in its catalog the sale of Shahed drones, ballistic missiles and ships for cryptocurrency — this is not merely evasion of sanctions, but a potential fueling of arms markets that are already affecting the war in Ukraine.
The NBU resumes annual stress testing — 26 banks that control more than 90% of assets will undergo the tests. It's a signal to the IMF, investors and every depositor.
The Bulgarian lev yields to the euro: a month of dual circulation, a fixed exchange rate and new challenges for business and travel. We explain why this step matters now.
Morgan Stanley, via the Financial Times, predicts that back and middle offices — along with risk and compliance — will suffer the most. Why this matters for employees and what opportunities digital transformation opens — briefly and without panic.
The 2026 budget allocates UAH 100 million to purchase service housing for healthcare workers in eight frontline regions — a pragmatic move to retain staff and keep care accessible near the front line.