Macroeconomics

Ukraine and the European Commission Have Begun Consultations on Funding for 2026–2027

Ukraine and the European Commission have begun a detailed assessment of the country’s budgetary and financial needs for 2026–2027. In the coming days and weeks, the parties will continue technical consultations to determine the required amount of funding and possible sources for securing it.

Yulia Bondarenko 2 min read

Economy

Ukraine’s international reserves fell by 5% in August — to $48.7 billion

According to preliminary data, Ukraine’s international reserves stood at $48.66 billion as of September 1, 2026. During August, they decreased by 5%. The main reason was a reduction in international financial assistance, despite significant foreign exchange interventions by the NBU.

Yulia Bondarenko 1 min read

Economy

Businesses Downgraded Their Assessments of Economic Activity Due to Attacks on Logistics — NBU

In August 2026, Ukrainian businesses downgraded their assessments of business activity: the NBU index fell to 48.3 points. Company sentiment is being affected by attacks on logistics and warehouses, high costs, labor shortages, and export problems.

Yulia Bondarenko 2 min read

Life

Revenue at Ukraine’s Largest Theaters Rose 16% Over the Season

The combined revenue of Ukraine’s nine largest theaters for the 2025–2026 season rose by 16% and approached 1 billion hryvnia. The Kyiv National Academic Operetta Theater and the Ivan Franko Theater led the pack in terms of revenue.

Svitlana Bondarenko 2 min read

Economy

Pilot Project by the State Tax Service and Local Communities Increases Tourism Tax by 60%

A pilot project by the State Tax Service and local communities showed a 60% increase in reported tourism tax revenue. The initiative is intended to boost local budget revenues, improve administration, and help bring the tourism sector out of the shadows

Svitlana Bondarenko 2 min read

World

Ukraine expects to open the remaining negotiation clusters with the EU by the end of 2026

Ukraine expects to open the remaining negotiation clusters for EU accession by the end of 2026. The government and the Verkhovna Rada are working to accelerate reforms and fulfill European integration commitments, particularly within the framework of the Ukraine Facility.

Svitlana Bondarenko 1 min read

Economy

The NBU has extended the payment terms for agricultural exports to 150 days

The National Bank of Ukraine has temporarily extended the payment terms for exports of certain types of agricultural products from 120 to 150 days. The decision is intended to support exporters amid logistical challenges and preserve the agricultural sector’s export potential.

Svitlana Bondarenko 2 min read