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Latest currency news: US dollar, euro and other exchange rates, NBU decisions and factors affecting the hryvnia.
Transfers from abroad to Ukraine: SWIFT, Wise, Western Union - whichever is cheaper
We compare three ways to receive money from abroad: bank SWIFT, Wise service and Western Union cash transfers. Where the commission is lower and the rate is better.
The official rate of the National Bank of Ukraine and the commercial rate: what is the difference and where does the number work
The NBU exchange rate on the bank's website is not the figure at which you will buy currency at the cash desk. We explain where the official exchange rate comes from, why banks calculate differently, and when the NBU figure still matters.
The NBU offered banks $50 million and €50 million in cash, but the demand turned out to be lower
On November 5, the National Bank offered banks 50 million dollars and 50 million euros each to strengthen cash registers, but financial institutions took only 40 million dollars and 9 million euros - the demand turned out to be much lower than the proposed amount.
The dollar exchange rate on November 10: the NBU increased the exchange rate to UAH 45.41
The NBU set the official dollar exchange rate for November 10 at UAH 45.41 - 9 kopecks higher than Monday's rate.
How not to run into fraudsters at the exchange point: practical signs
The exchange rate is "even better", bills flashing in the hands, and the commission, which is mentioned at the last second - we analyze the typical schemes of fraud in exchangers and how to spot them in advance.
Cash dollar or cashless: the difference in the rate and when it matters
The rate at the ATM, on the card and in the cash rate of PrivatBank or monobank is almost always different. We explain where the spread comes from and when to exchange cash and when to pay by card.
Where is it more profitable to exchange currency in 2026: a bank, exchanger or online service
We compare rates and commissions of banks, cash exchangers and online services so that you do not lose hryvnias on ordinary currency conversion.
The NBU determined the rules for issuing currency for foreign business trips: what limits and fines threaten business
Ukrainian enterprises, FOPs and representative offices of foreign companies can provide employees with cash foreign currency for business trips abroad. At the same time, such operations must comply with the currency rules of the National Bank, and violation of the procedure can cost a business up to half of the transaction amount.
Ukraine plans to join SEPA by 2028: how it will change transfers for citizens and businesses
Joining the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) can significantly reduce the cost of international transfers for Ukrainians and simplify the calculations of companies with European partners. According to the estimates of the National Bank of Ukraine, citizens will be able to save up to 100 million euros every year. At the same time, in order to launch the simplified admission procedure, it is necessary to adopt changes to the legislation in time.
The foreign exchange market is under pressure: the NBU sells more than $1 billion for the fifth week in a row
The National Bank of Ukraine continues to actively sell currency from reserves, supporting the stability of the hryvnia. The National Bank of Ukraine continues to actively support the currency market: for the fifth week in a row, the volume of currency sales by the regulator exceeds $1 billion.
Ukraine receives less money from employees: remittances fell by another 7%
In the first half of 2026, the volume of private remittances to Ukraine decreased by 6.9% - to $3.684 billion. The largest decrease came from the wages of Ukrainians abroad, while assistance to families increased.
Where is it more profitable to exchange currency in 2026: a bank cash desk, exchanger or application
The most favorable exchange rate in 2026 is usually provided by cashless purchases in the banking application, but with a limit of UAH 50,000/month. For cash, the best exchange rate is in exchange offices. Comparison of channels, NBU limits and scenarios for different amounts.