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Economic news from Ukraine and the world: inflation, GDP, rates, budget and macroeconomic trends explained simply.
Inflation in Ukraine has slowed down to 7.2%, but the NBU expects a new rise in prices
In June 2026, the inflation rate in Ukraine decreased to 7.2% in annual terms. At the same time, in monthly terms, consumer prices even decreased by 0.1%. Indicators were generally in line with forecasts of the National Bank of Ukraine, but core inflation remained higher than expected due to rising business costs.
Ukraine received $3.35 billion from the World Bank to support the state budget
The General Fund of the State Budget of Ukraine received 3.35 billion US dollars within the framework of the First Policy Program for the Development of Jobs and Growth of the Private Sector (DPO), implemented by the World Bank. The funds received will help to ensure the macro-financial stability of the country and to finance priority state expenditures in the conditions of martial law.
In Ukraine, there are almost twice as many vacancies as there are unemployed: what kind of workers does the market need the most
The Ukrainian labor market continues to experience an acute shortage of personnel. At the end of June 2026, the number of open vacancies almost doubled the number of officially registered unemployed. Employers show the greatest demand for representatives of labor specialties.
Since the beginning of the year, the public debt of Ukraine has decreased by more than 70 million euros
As of the end of May 2026, the state and state-guaranteed debt of Ukraine amounted to 181.3 billion euros. Since the beginning of the year, its volume has decreased by 71 million euros, although the debt has increased in hryvnia equivalent due to the exchange rate revaluation of external liabilities.
How to enter the EU market for a Ukrainian agricultural producer: 4 safe ways to find a buyer
The European Union remains Ukraine's key trade partner, accounting for more than half of domestic exports. The demand for Ukrainian organic products, berries, honey, nuts and legumes is growing especially rapidly in Europe. This opens up huge prospects for small and medium-sized farms, but entering the European market requires a balanced approach.
Exports of Ukrainian agricultural products decreased by 7.5% in June: deliveries of oil crops fell the most
In June 2026, Ukraine exported 4.79 million tons of agricultural products, which is 7.5% less than in May. Supplies of oil crops and vegetable oils decreased the most, while grain exports remained almost at the level of the previous month.
⚡️ Today there will be blackout schedules throughout Ukraine due to the heat and shelling
On Tuesday, June 30, electricity consumption restriction schedules will be in effect throughout Ukraine from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The main reason is a sharp increase in the load on the system due to hot weather.
Tax on OLX, Bolt and Uklon from 2027: who will pay 10% and who will not be affected
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on taxation of income from digital platforms. We tell you without panic: who does it really concern, why the one-time sale of old things on OLX is not taxed and how much those who trade systematically will have to pay.
Ukraine imposed sanctions against Russia's cryptocurrency schemes: what is known
President Zelenskyi signed a decree on sanctions against Russian and international companies and individuals who helped the Russian Federation circumvent restrictions through cryptocurrencies. Miners, stock exchanges, financial infrastructure and top managers were sanctioned.