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Economics
Economic news from Ukraine and the world: inflation, GDP, rates, budget and macroeconomic trends explained simply.
Due to which purchases and changes Ukrainians may lose housing subsidies: a complete list of reasons in 2026
The housing subsidy remains one of the main tools of state support for Ukrainians who need help paying for utilities. However, after its appointment, the recipients must not only meet the established criteria, but also notify the Pension Fund about important changes in their property status, income or family composition. In some cases, even one large purchase, opening a deposit or purchasing currency can be grounds for losing the right to state assistance. We tell you in which cases the subsidy can be canceled and what rules you should know in order to avoid problems with payments.
The demand for new buildings in Ukraine is growing: where are the most houses being built and how prices have changed
Despite the full-scale war, the Ukrainian primary real estate market continues to gradually recover. Developers are launching new projects, buyers are increasingly interested in new buildings, and in many regions, the price of a square meter has risen significantly over the year. At the same time, the market remains uneven: some regions show active construction and high demand, while there are almost no new projects in the frontline regions. We tell you where the most housing is currently being built, which regions have become the leaders in the number of new buildings, how prices have changed, and which state programs help Ukrainians to buy their own housing.
Ukrainian youth purchased over 114,000 books under the "eKnyga" program
During the first half of 2026, Ukrainians took advantage of the "eKnyg" state reading support program and purchased more than 114,000 books. The greatest demand is for fiction and non-fiction, and the biggest Ukrainian bookstores and publishing houses are among the sales leaders. We understand how the program works, who used it and which books are chosen by young Ukrainians.
Salaries in Poland: where employees received the biggest increase
Polish employers raise wages only in those industries where production, sales and demand for workers are growing. Earnings increased the most over the year in logistics, while the food industry showed the slowest wage growth.
Ukraine will need an additional $67.4 billion in international aid in 2027-2029, KSE
The Institute of the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE Institute) published a macroeconomic handbook (Ukraine Macroeconomic Handbook) for the third quarter of 2026 with a forecast of the development of the Ukrainian economy until 2029. This is stated in the analytical report of KSE Institute.
Salaries in defense technology hit $2,500, study finds
The median salary for Defense Technology (DefTech) professionals in June 2026 is $2,500. This is stated in the DOU study
Prices for soybeans, sunflowers and rapeseed are decreasing: what is happening on the Ukrainian and world markets
Purchase prices for the main oil crops in Ukraine continue to fall. The reason was problems with exports due to attacks on port infrastructure, as well as a decrease in the price of soybeans and rapeseed on world exchanges against the background of an increase in the supply of the new crop.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the draft law on taxation of parcels up to 150 euros
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the draft law, which changes the rules of taxation of international parcels. The document provides for a new VAT payment model for goods purchased through foreign marketplaces and is part of the harmonization of Ukrainian legislation with EU norms.
The average salary in Ukraine per month increased by 1,822 hryvnias
In June 2026, the average salary in Ukraine reached UAH 32,783, which is 5.9% or UAH 1,822 more than in May. The positive dynamics indicate a further increase in the incomes of employees, although the level of remuneration will continue to differ significantly depending on the region and field of activity.
The average check for online purchases of Ukrainians increased by 13%: how expenses have changed
Ukrainians continue to spend money more actively on the Internet. According to the results of the first half of 2026, the average online purchase receipt increased by 13% compared to the same period last year. This was influenced by both rising prices and changing consumer habits and an increase in the share of more expensive orders
Ukrainians have imported cars worth almost UAH 97 billion since the beginning of the year
During the first half of 2026, Ukrainians imported more than 169,000 cars with a total value of almost UAH 96.6 billion. Most of them are used vehicles, which provided the largest revenues to the state budget from customs payments.
Porsche will cut 9,000 jobs by 2035 due to falling demand
The German car manufacturer Porsche will conduct a large-scale reduction of personnel until 2035. The reason was a decrease in demand, increased competition on the world market and the need to optimize costs within the framework of the restructuring of the Volkswagen Group.