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In half a year, Ukrainian banks reduced the network of branches: who closed the most
In the first six months of 2026, the banking network in Ukraine became smaller by 61 branches. The biggest decline was in state-owned and large commercial banks, while individual financial institutions continued to expand their presence by opening new customer service points.
The number of new companies in Ukraine has reached a three-year high: business is opening new businesses more actively
In the first half of 2026, Ukraine registered a record number of newly created companies over the past three years. Despite the increase in the number of closed enterprises, the overall balance remains positive, and the greatest business activity is demonstrated by trade, IT and the real estate market.
The state's debt under the "5-7-9%" program has grown to UAH 8.8 billion: what is happening with compensation to banks
The state's indebtedness to banks under the "Affordable loans 5-7-9%" program continues to grow. As of the beginning of the second half of 2026, the government already owes financial institutions UAH 8.8 billion in interest rate compensation. Despite this, the program itself continues to work actively, and the soft loan portfolio has set a new record.
P2P or online exchange: where is safer to exchange cryptocurrency in 2026
P2P on the exchange protects the escrow, but leaves the human factor - it is on it that fraudulent schemes are built. The online exchanger removes the human factor, but transfers the risk to the choice of service. We analyze the mechanics of both methods, eight schemes of deception and checklists of a safe agreement.
The most profitable deposits in July 2026: rate rating of Ukrainian banks
The highest rates for hryvnia deposits in July 2026 are 17.25% per annum for 6 months (Radabank) and 17.17% for 3 months (Acordbank). Rate ranking by term, real income after taxes and what to look for besides interest.
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.
Canada can allocate almost $461 million to Ukraine for the purchase of gas: a new grant is being discussed
Canada is considering the possibility of providing Ukraine with grant assistance in the amount of 650 million Canadian dollars for the purchase of natural gas. The funding should strengthen the country's energy security ahead of the next heating season, as well as become part of a broader package of Canadian support to Ukraine in 2026.
The National Bank updated the exchange rate: how much the dollar and euro will cost on July 27
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate for Monday, July 27. The hryvnia strengthened slightly against the dollar and more noticeably against the euro. At the same time, the American currency is already being sold above the psychological mark of 45 hryvnias in bank exchange offices.
Nova Poshta has expanded its delivery network in Poland thanks to a partnership with Orlen Paczka
The Ukrainian logistics company Nova Post continues to strengthen its position on the European market. Thanks to the new cooperation with the Polish chain Orlen Paczka, customers gained access to another 15,000 parcel drop-off points throughout Poland. This will make delivery faster, more convenient and more affordable for Ukrainians living or working in the country.
Why is the exchange rate different from the NBU exchange rate and which of them is "real"
The NBU exchange rate and the exchange rate are different, because they are two different markets: the official one is the average price of a non-cash dollar, and the cash exchange also includes the exchanger's expenses, risk and profit. We explain the difference and how to pay less for currency.
Cryptocurrency taxes in Ukraine in 2026: what is in effect now and what will change after the law
Income from the sale of cryptocurrency is already taxed according to the general rules — 18% personal income tax + 5% military levy. We analyze what is in effect now, until the law No. 10225-d is adopted, and what will change after its adoption.
NAZK summed up the results of the declaration for 2025: officials declared cryptocurrency worth 839 million UAH and foreign real estate worth more than 4 billion UAH
The National Agency for Prevention of Corruption has completed the analysis of declarations for 2025. Officials listed significant amounts of cash, cryptocurrency assets, foreign real estate and precious metals, and revealed the countries where the biggest spenders took place.