Finance

Friday, January 24

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised the key policy rate to 14.5% per annum.

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised the key policy rate to 14.5% per annum. The NBU increased rates on overnight certificates of deposit, three-month certificates of deposit, and refinancing loans by 1 percentage point – to 14.5%, 17%, and 17.5%, respectively. This decision a...

The National Bank has worsened its 2025 key macro indicator forecasts.

The National Bank has worsened its 2025 key macro indicator forecasts. Considering security risks and the difficult situation in the labor market, the NBU has worsened its forecast for Ukraine’s 2025 GDP growth from 4.3% to 3.6%. At the same time, the bank predicts...

The EU, along with two individual countries, are launching a €14M program to support Ukraine’s European integration.

The EU, along with two individual countries, are launching a €14M program to support Ukraine’s European integration. In the presence of Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine, Olga Stefanishyna, the EU, Denmark, and Lithuania reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine̵...

Wednesday, January 22

How much financial support from the EU will Ukraine receive this year and will aid from the US be suspended after Trump’s decree?

How much financial support from the EU will Ukraine receive this year and will aid from the US be suspended after Trump’s decree? In 2025, Ukraine expects to receive more than €30B in budget support from the EU, said Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko. The amount consists of two parts: €18.1B from the framework of using income fr...

Tuesday, January 21

VisionFund Ukraine Starts Lending to Support Small Businesses in Ukraine.

VisionFund Ukraine Starts Lending to Support Small Businesses in Ukraine. Despite the war, international companies slowly continued entering the market, looking for high returns and post-war new market opportunities. VisionFund Ukraine, after two years on the market, receiv...

Monday, January 20

Privatization of profitable enterprises in Ukraine is low-hanging fruit, but not for foreign investors. A chemical factory seized from a Russian oligarch will be put up for auction this year.

Privatization of profitable enterprises in Ukraine is low-hanging fruit, but not for foreign investors. A chemical factory seized from a Russian oligarch will be put up for auction this year. PJSC Vinnytsiapobuthim, a well-known manufacturer of household chemicals and cosmetics, has been transferred to the State Property Fund of Ukraine (SPFU) for future sale at auction. This was reported...

A USAID grant helps the largest Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to increase its production capacity by 22%.

A USAID grant helps the largest Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to increase its production capacity by 22%. With support from the USAID Competitive Economy Program in Ukraine, the global, family-owned Kormotech company plans to increase its dry feed production in Ukraine from 45,000 to 55,000 tons per year ...

Friday, January 17

Scholz asked to increase Germany’s national debt threshold to provide €3B in aid to Ukraine.

Scholz asked to increase Germany’s national debt threshold to provide €3B in aid to Ukraine. The ruling Social Democratic Party of Germany, to which Chancellor Scholz belongs, says that a decision on new arms supplies to Ukraine worth €3B could be made before the parliamentary elections in Fe...

Thursday, January 16

Ukraine plans to introduce taxes on income from digital platforms.

Ukraine plans to introduce taxes on income from digital platforms. With the move, the state expects to receive ₴10B annually from Glovo, Bolt, Uklon, and others. In April 2025, the Ukrainian government must submit to parliament a bill on the taxation of digital platf...

Wednesday, January 15

The US is asking Europe to seize $300B in frozen Russian assets to bring Putin to the negotiating table, but Europe opposes it.

The US is asking Europe to seize $300B in frozen Russian assets to bring Putin to the negotiating table, but Europe opposes it. Biden aides have tried to convince his European allies to support the transfer of frozen Russian assets to a new account that will only be released if a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine is r...

Ukrainians have increased their bank savings over the years.

Ukrainians have increased their bank savings over the years. In 2024, hryvnia bank deposits increased by 15.8% (+₴257B) to ₴1.885T, and deposits in foreign currency increased by 4.2% (+$0.8B) to $20.1B, said Danylo Hetmantsev, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Com...

Monday, January 13

Head of Piraeus Bank in Ukraine Has Been Elected Chairman of the FLIFI.

Head of Piraeus Bank in Ukraine Has Been Elected Chairman of the FLIFI. CEO of Piraeus Bank in Ukraine, Yannis Kyriakopoulos, has been elected Chairman of the Forum of Leading International Financial Institutions (FLIFI), which operates under the umbrella of the American ...

Ukraine received $41.7B in external financing last year; the government has voiced its expectations for 2025.

Ukraine received $41.7B in external financing last year; the government has voiced its expectations for 2025. “In total, $115B has been attracted from partners since the beginning of the war,” said Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. The EU, the US, Japan, the IMF, Canada, and the World Bank provided th...

How did Ukraine spend the nearly $42B in international financial assistance it received last year?

How did Ukraine spend the nearly $42B in international financial assistance it received last year? Last year, Ukraine received about $42B in financial support. In addition, the country received more than $3.5B by placing foreign currency government bonds. The money, according to People’s Depu...

Ukraine receives the first tranche of EU funds from frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine receives the first tranche of EU funds from frozen Russian assets. Ukraine received €3B from the EU as part of the ERA initiative, the first tranche of EU funds provided by revenue from frozen Russian assets. Ukraine will direct this to priority budget expenditures. ...

Friday, January 10

War risk insurance with a $50M limit for commercial real estate will be available in Ukraine.

War risk insurance with a $50M limit for commercial real estate will be available in Ukraine. Insurance broker McGill and Partners and Ukrainian insurance company ARX, through the mediation of Ukrainian company FortuneGuard, are launching a commercial property war risk reinsurance program for ...

Ukraine’s national debt reached 92% of GDP.

Ukraine’s national debt reached 92% of GDP. As of the end of 2024, Ukraine’s national debt reached to approximately ₴7T. Forbes analysts calculated that the ratio of national debt to GDP has reached 92%. This is the total national debt, w...

In 2025, 40% of loans issued through the eOselya program may go to the primary housing market: Which apartments are most popular?

In 2025, 40% of loans issued through the eOselya program may go to the primary housing market: Which apartments are most popular? The average cost of an apartment in the primary market purchased using a bank mortgage program is between ₴2.3M ($55,000) and ₴2.8M ($66,600), and the most common down payment amount is from 30% of th...

Thursday, January 9

State banks were the most profitable through 11 months of 2024; the banking sector increased its tax payments by 70%.

State banks were the most profitable through 11 months of 2024; the banking sector increased its tax payments by 70%. According to the NBU, solvent Ukrainian banks generated ₴131B ($3.2B) in net profit after tax from January-November 2024. The leaders in the banking sector were: PrivatBank with ₴56.3B, Oschadbank wit...

A company from the Nova group issues another ₴290M in bonds; Nova Poshta increases parcel delivery by 15%.

A company from the Nova group issues another ₴290M in bonds; Nova Poshta increases parcel delivery by 15%. NovaPay from the Nova Group of companies, which includes postal operator Nova Poshta, placed three more issues of bonds – series G, H, and I – for ₴290M ($6.9M). The 1 to 12-month issues have an inter...

Wednesday, January 8

British MPs call for frozen Russian assets to be sent to Ukraine.

British MPs call for frozen Russian assets to be sent to Ukraine. The UK should transfer all frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. This would send a clear signal to Moscow that “aggressors must and will pay.” In a joint letter, a group of British MPs and pol...

New historical record: Ukraine’s international reserves have exceeded $43.78B.

New historical record: Ukraine’s international reserves have exceeded $43.78B. As reported by the National Bank, as of January 1 2025, Ukraine’s international reserves reached over $43.787B, increasing by 9.7% during December. The volume of international reserves became th...

Lending under the eOselya preferential mortgage program increased by 65% in 2024.

Lending under the eOselya preferential mortgage program increased by 65% in 2024. In 2024, more than 8,500 families took advantage of the preferential mortgage program eOselya, and the total volume of issued loans reached ₴14.6B, 45% more in number and 65% more in amount compared t...

Ukrainian agro holding capitalization increased by more than €3.8B due to improved logistics and changes in global agricultural markets.

Ukrainian agro holding capitalization increased by more than €3.8B due to improved logistics and changes in global agricultural markets. According to calculations from industry experts, the total capitalization of agro holdings (MHP, Kernel, Agroton, Astarta-Kyiv, AgroGeneration, Milkiland, IMC, KSG Agro, Ukrprodukt, Agroliga) in the f...

The National Bank has identified the reasons behind the acceleration of price growth in Ukraine.

The National Bank has identified the reasons behind the acceleration of price growth in Ukraine. According to the NBU, in November 2024 consumer inflation in Ukraine increased to 11.2% annually, exceeding the forecasts in the October NBU Inflation Report. Core inflation reached 9.3% annually. The...

Tuesday, January 7

The EBRD is partnering with more banks in Ukraine to support local businesses.

The EBRD is partnering with more banks in Ukraine to support local businesses. Today’s signing of a €50M Risk Sharing Framework (RSF) agreement between the EBRD and Credit Agricole Ukraine will enhance the bank’s lending capacity to make loans to a greater number of ...

The market for investments and M&A in Ukraine reached $1.2B in 2024.

The market for investments and M&A in Ukraine reached $1.2B in 2024. According to analysts, the volume of announced and completed M&A deals in Ukraine, including corporate deals, venture capital transactions in the technology sector, and state-owned property privat...

Ukraine’s privatization revenue in 2024 near a record ₴12B.

Ukraine’s privatization revenue in 2024 near a record ₴12B. The total amount of revenue from large and small privatizations may reach almost ₴12B ($292M) after the completion of all of 2024’s transactions, the Ministry of Economy reports. According to th...

Monday, January 6

The Ukraine Facility provided 40% of Ukraine’s external financing for 2024’s state budget.

The Ukraine Facility provided 40% of Ukraine’s external financing for 2024’s state budget. The Ukraine Facility program provided the largest amount of external financing for the state budget in 2024 (over 40%). The total amount of funds provided by the EU amounted to €16.2B. This was made p...

Tuesday, December 24

Where is Ukraine’s Economic Security Lacking, and How Can It Be Fixed?

Where is Ukraine’s Economic Security Lacking, and How Can It Be Fixed? Vadym Melnyk has extensive experience in the field of economic security, having worked in various state institutions, including the State Fiscal Service, before establishing the Economic Security Bure...

Monday, December 23

The National Bank continues easing currency restrictions: What has changed?

The National Bank continues easing currency restrictions: What has changed? Changes that ease currency restrictions in three areas came into force on December 21. This easing will support domestic producers and improve the conditions for doing business in Ukraine. At the same...

The EC is again considering the full confiscation of frozen Russian assets.

The EC is again considering the full confiscation of frozen Russian assets. The EU should consider taking bolder measures, such as confiscating the Russian Central Bank’s foreign assets as compensation for Ukraine, said Valdis Dombrovskis, the European Commissioner for ...

The EU and the US are channeling billions from Russian asset proceeds to help Ukraine.

The EU and the US are channeling billions from Russian asset proceeds to help Ukraine. The European Commission has announced macro-financial assistance to Ukraine through a loan of €18.1B, which will be paid in equal installments throughout 2025 with the first tranche expected in Januar...

Global mergers and acquisitions deal volume to top $3T.

Global mergers and acquisitions deal volume to top $3T. In 2024, global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) volume will top $3T, up 11%. The value of deals worth more than $5B has increased 19% since the beginning of the year, while the number of deals has...

Thursday, December 19

Piraeus Bank sponsored the War & Politics Live event in Kyiv: What the Future Holds for Ukraine in 2025.

Piraeus Bank sponsored the War & Politics Live event in Kyiv: What the Future Holds for Ukraine in 2025. On December 13, the UBN Network hosted an event titled “WAR & POLITICS: POST US ELECTIONS – WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS FOR UKRAINE.” As the general sponsor of UBN’s series of ev...

Wednesday, December 18

How will the hryvnia exchange rate change against the dollar in 2025?

How will the hryvnia exchange rate change against the dollar in 2025? The dollar exchange rate will grow moderately during 2025, the ICU investment company predicts. It is noted that the hryvnia exchange rate now depends entirely on the NBU’s vision of its optimal...

Activitis Financial Company and VisionFund Ukraine have joined forces to support small and medium-sized businesses.

Activitis Financial Company and VisionFund Ukraine have joined forces to support small and medium-sized businesses. The initiative involves: Expanding access to financing for micro, small, and medium-sized businesses in Ukraine Developing a program to finance franchise businesses Promoting joint initiatives in the ...

Tuesday, December 17

Europe has delivered just over 50% of the aid it promised to Ukraine.

Europe has delivered just over 50% of the aid it promised to Ukraine. According to columnist Mark Champion, from the beginning of the Russian invasion in February 2022 to the end of October 2024, Europe has pledged €241B in support of Ukraine, while the US promised €119...

How much do loans for businesses and individuals cost in Ukraine?

How much do loans for businesses and individuals cost in Ukraine? In November 2024, banks reduced loan rates, according to data from the National Bank of Ukraine. The average interest rate on new bank loans to individuals in the national currency were 33.8% per annu...

Monday, December 16

The US State Department has announced four economic assistance packages for Ukraine and established an economic recovery working group.

The US State Department has announced four economic assistance packages for Ukraine and established an economic recovery working group. The US will provide Ukraine with a new financial assistance package worth about $437M, Deputy Secretary of State and Acting US Special Representative for Economic Recovery for Ukraine Richard Verma sa...

The EU will continue to assist Ukraine’s energy sector; the Energy Support Fund has already accumulated over €900M.

The EU will continue to assist Ukraine’s energy sector; the Energy Support Fund has already accumulated over €900M. The EC will continue to provide all the necessary support to Ukraine’s energy sector – not only in the winter but also in the future, said Mechthild Wörsdörfer, deputy director general for the E...

Canada will finance Ukraine’s rural population’s business initiatives, and Piraeus Bank will support Ukrainian SMEs along with the DFC.

Canada will finance Ukraine’s rural population’s business initiatives, and Piraeus Bank will support Ukrainian SMEs along with the DFC. The Ministry of Agrarian Policy, the Canadian NGO SOCODEVI, and the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Public Organization will cooperate to develop entrepreneurship for the rural population that has been affect...

Due to inflation, the key rate in Ukraine was increased from 13% to 13.5%.

Due to inflation, the key rate in Ukraine was increased from 13% to 13.5%. The Board of the National Bank of Ukraine increased the discount rate to 13.5% per annum. This takes place after inflation accelerated to 11.2% per annum in November. It is noted that the inflationary...

Wednesday, December 11

Ukraine will continue to receive financial assistance from the countries with which it has signed security agreements.

Ukraine will continue to receive financial assistance from the countries with which it has signed security agreements. As stated by the Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Ihor Zhovkva, leaders from the countries that have signed security cooperation agreements with Ukraine confirm that they will pr...

Poland is calling on Germany to immediately increase defense spending, while France is ramping up purchases of long-range weapons.

Poland is calling on Germany to immediately increase defense spending, while France is ramping up purchases of long-range weapons. Poland’s Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk believes that Central Europe, including Germany, should increase its defense spending to set an example for other countries following Trump’s victory, w...

Russia’s oil export revenue is growing, allowing it to finance its war in Ukraine.

Russia’s oil export revenue is growing, allowing it to finance its war in Ukraine. According to KSE analysis, in October 2024, Russia’s oil export revenue increased by $1.2B, to $15.6B. 85% of deliveries were made by shadow tankers, which allowed Russia to evade the price limi...

Tuesday, December 10

Ukraine might receive less aid from the US after Trump’s inauguration, but Russia is also running out of money.

Ukraine might receive less aid from the US after Trump’s inauguration, but Russia is also running out of money. US President-Elect Donald Trump said that he will try to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. At the same time, Ukraine will probably receive less aid after he takes office. Meanwhile, Russia may l...

Ukraine has approved the terms to receive a 40-year $20B loan secured by frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine has approved the terms to receive a 40-year $20B loan secured by frozen Russian assets. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the terms of receiving a 40-year loan of up to $20B from the American Federal Financing Bank (FFB). This is part of the previously agreed upon G7 initiative to pr...

The EU defense commissioner wants to increase EU defense spending by 900%.

The EU defense commissioner wants to increase EU defense spending by 900%. EU defense and space commissioner Andrius Kubilius wants the next seven-year EU budget to include around €100B for defense needs. The current seven-year EU budget, which exceeds €1T, only includes €10...

Monday, December 9

The Ministry of Finance states that Ukraine has the resources to fight Russia in 2025.

The Ministry of Finance states that Ukraine has the resources to fight Russia in 2025. Although European allies are concerned that the US will cease providing aid to Kyiv after Donald Trump enters office, the EU is confident that Ukraine will soon receive a $50B loan to be repaid with p...

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