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Old 5 kopecks from 1992 can be worth up to UAH 15,000: what signs to look for on a coin
An ordinary-looking Ukrainian coin can turn out to be a valuable specimen for numismatists. Among the 5 kopecks of 1992 there are rare varieties, the value of which, according to the numismatic portal "Berry Coins", can reach 15,000 UAH. To find such a coin, you need to carefully check the notches on its edge and the peculiarities of the image of the trident.
State guarantees have helped businesses get loans worth UAH 213.3 billion since the beginning of the war
Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Ukrainian entrepreneurs have received more than 53,000 loans, partially secured by state guarantees, for a total amount of UAH 207.7 billion. In total, since the launch of the program, banks have issued 58,608 loans worth UAH 213.3 billion to micro, small and medium-sized businesses. The largest volumes of lending are in Kyiv, and trade, processing industry, and agriculture are the leading sectors.
Poland exported €14.1 billion worth of goods to Ukraine: the trade surplus reached €9.7 billion
Polish exports of goods to Ukraine increased by approximately 169% compared to the end of 2020. Supplies of energy resources, electricity, weapons and aviation equipment increased the most. At the same time, the import of Ukrainian goods to Poland also grew, but much more slowly.
The tax on luxury cars brought UAH 260.5 million to communities: revenues increased by 58.5%
Over the nine months of 2026, owners of expensive cars paid UAH 96.1 million more to local budgets than in the same period last year. The largest revenues were recorded in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk and Odesa regions.
The import of dairy products to Ukraine increased by 22%: the trade balance became negative
During the nine months of 2026, Ukraine increased its purchases of dairy products abroad, while export revenues decreased significantly. As a result, the country went from a positive trade balance to a deficit of $76.7 million. Imports of drinking milk, cream and butter increased the most.
Parcels from AliExpress and Temu will be subject to VAT at 20%: when the new rules come into effect
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law that provides for the cancellation of tax relief for international parcels worth up to €150. Purchases on foreign marketplaces, including AliExpress and Temu, plan to tax VAT at the rate of 20%. The new rules should come into effect on July 1, 2027, and the received funds are planned to be directed to the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Russia will ban P2P transactions with cryptocurrency: new rules will come into effect in 2027
The Central Bank of the Russian Federation plans to strengthen control over the market of digital assets and ban direct transactions with cryptocurrency between individuals. The restrictions should come into effect on July 1, 2027. At the same time, there will be limits on the purchase of crypto-assets and requirements for conducting transactions through regulated intermediaries for investors.
Diesel in Ukraine rose in price to UAH 99.07/l: how much does fuel cost on October 14
Fuel prices continue to change at Ukrainian gas stations. Diesel and automobile gas rose in price the most during the day, while gasoline A-92 and premium A-95 lost a little in price.
89% of companies in the world are already benefiting from AI: how much business plans to invest in technology
The use of artificial intelligence in business continues to grow, and companies increase their budgets for technology development. At the same time, most organizations still do not have a systematic approach to evaluating the return on investment.
Apple accused OpenAI of misappropriating trade secrets: former partners met in court
The conflict between Apple and OpenAI has entered an open court phase amid intensifying competition in the field of artificial intelligence and the development of personal devices. The iPhone maker claims that developer ChatGPT may have illegally obtained confidential data about product design and manufacturing processes. OpenAI denies the allegations and considers the lawsuit an attempt to limit the transfer of specialists between companies.
China's Debt Approaching 122% of GDP: Why Beijing Is Missing Opportunities to Stimulate the Economy
China's economy continues to grow, but weak domestic demand and an increasing debt burden make further recovery difficult. In 2026, the country's central and local governments may spend $209 billion on debt interest alone, which limits resources for new business and population support programs.
Official salaries in the trade of excise goods increased by 27%: the tax office reduced the number of violators
The average salary of employees of enterprises that sell alcohol, tobacco and fuel exceeded UAH 36.5 thousand. At the same time, the tax service reports a sharp reduction in the number of employers who do not comply with the requirements for payment of labor.