Economy
Winter preparations in Ukraine could fall through: an expert has outlined the reasons
Ukraine will not be able to prepare adequately for the coming winter and minimise the risk of power cuts unless it resolves the critical issue of its multi-billion-dollar debts.
Sweden will supply Ukraine with Tridon Mk2 air defence systems to combat drones
Ukraine is set to receive state-of-the-art Tridon Mk2 air defence systems from Sweden, designed to counter attack drones, cruise missiles, helicopters and aircraft. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has stated that Sweden will allocate €400 million for the procurement of these systems.
The Ukrainian Energy Support Fund is set to receive a further €37 million
In March, the Ukrainian Energy Support Fund received grant contributions from Iceland and Slovenia totalling €3.2 million. At the same time, international partners have already confirmed or pledged further contributions amounting to over €34 million.
Farmers in the conflict zone will be compensated for up to 40% of the cost of their machinery
The Cabinet of Ministers has updated the terms of the state programme offering partial compensation for the cost of Ukrainian-made agricultural machinery, extending support to farmers in frontline areas. These changes have been introduced as part of the ‘Made in Ukraine’ policy.
Russia has resumed oil shipments from the port of Ust-Luga following drone attacks
The Russian port of Ust-Luga on the Baltic Sea has resumed oil shipments following several days of disruption. Operations had been suspended following a series of drone attacks on energy infrastructure.
Oil prices remain high against the backdrop of the US and Israel’s conflict with Iran and supply disruptions
Global oil prices remained virtually unchanged on 6 April following a sharp rise the previous day. The market is reacting to supply disruptions and uncertainty surrounding potential negotiations.
Law enforcement officers have uncovered a fraud scheme at Ukrgazvydobuvannya involving losses of over 295 million hryvnias
The Security Service of Ukraine, the Economic Security Bureau and the Office of the Prosecutor General have uncovered an illegal scheme in the natural gas extraction sector. According to the investigation, the state has suffered losses amounting to over 295 million hryvnias.
In Russia, a six-day, 12-hour working week is being proposed amid rising costs and corruption scandals
Following a meeting with Vladimir Putin, Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska called for a switch to a 12-hour working day, six days a week. The article links this initiative to the costs incurred by big business in supporting state needs and an attempt to offset these costs through the use of cheaper labour.
Russia's industrial sector is accelerating its decline in early 2026
At the start of 2026, Russian industry is showing signs of stagnation, despite official figures indicating growth. Estimates from the think tank point to a decline in production and a worsening situation in key sectors.
The American Dream or European customs duties: why cars cost 30–60% less across the Atlantic
Vehicle prices in the US market remain significantly lower than in European countries. Experts cite radically different taxation systems and the structure of domestic markets as the main factors behind this difference
‘It’s easier to print money than not to pay’: Oleksiy Kushch on pensions
Ukraine will not stop paying pensions, even if EU aid is delayed. According to an expert, it would be more advantageous for the state to issue more hryvnia than to allow social payments to cease entirely
The energy sector under double pressure: Olga Buslavets on the state of the market and new PSO regulations
This week, the market remains influenced by two key factors: regulatory changes and security risks. Continued shelling is causing power shortages, whilst the updated regulatory framework is shifting the balance in the gas and electricity markets
