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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.
Money loves silence: the government has extended a mechanism limiting payments for pensions above 10 times the subsistence minimum. We examine who will lose out on payments and why this decision is important for the country's financial stability.
The government has designated the fund as the paying agency — an institutional change that makes access for Ukrainian farmers to European support programs more realistic. We explain what this means for funding, transparency and preparation for EU standards.
The Cabinet approved the Medical Guarantees Program, prioritizing cardiovascular disease, children and emergency care — we examine why this funding matters to everyone and how it strengthens the healthcare system during the war.
Minister Sobolev, in an interview with LIGA.net, explained that three years of preparation have not resolved problems with equipment availability and costs. The Cabinet of Ministers has postponed the requirement until the end of martial law — what this gives entrepreneurs and what risks remain.
Brussels is preparing a new package ahead of the fourth anniversary of the invasion. A ban on uranium and sanctions against Rosatom could weaken the Kremlin's revenues but raise questions about the EU's energy security — and open the chance for a strategic gain for Ukraine.
A Kyiv-based insurance company in August 2024 increased its statutory capital to UAH 48 million but failed to verify the sources of the funds — the National Bank revoked its license. We explain what this means for clients and why the regulator is tightening oversight.
Robbers drilled a hole through the concrete wall of a garage and removed valuables from more than 3,000 safety‑deposit boxes — an incident that should be analyzed not only as a criminal case but also in terms of customer security.
Ukrainian Railways (UZ) has retrofitted 100 railcars into autonomous heating, communications and aid points — with no budgetary expenditure. This is not PR, but a tool of local resilience during attacks and energy crises.
Auctions December 29–January 2: lots small in value but important for returning funds to creditors. We explain who is selling what and how this fits into the broader context of the banking sector.
From January 1, units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be allowed to spend funds from the general fund on drone parts and upgrades. We explain why this is not just a budgetary issue, but a matter of operational advantage and transparency.
Partners increased funding by 25%. We break down who provided the money, where the payments went, and what risks remain — in plain terms about the key figures and the consequences for Ukraine.
Analysis by the RRR4U consortium: nine Ukraine Facility indicators were not met in Q4 — a total shortfall of €3.6 billion for 2025. Parliament's decisions will now determine whether these funds will go to reconstruction or be lost due to deadlines.
One of the "big" U.S. banks has confirmed the timing for the sale of its Russian subsidiary. We analyze the losses, risks to capital, and the implications for the isolation of Russia's financial system.
The government has postponed the mandatory installation of payment terminals for the smallest entrepreneurs until three months after the end of martial law — the decision gives them time to prepare but raises questions about the pace of the shift to cashless payments.
Stress tests covered more than 90% of the banking system’s assets. We explain what the results mean for depositors, state financial institutions, and market stability.
The regulator has published criteria to safeguard citizens' savings. In brief: how to spot a scam and what steps to take today.