Economy
Pensioners’ payments will be recalculated again from 1 April: who will be eligible and how much they can receive
From 1 April 2026, the Pension Fund of Ukraine will be carrying out an automatic recalculation of pensions for working pensioners. The update is based on the pensionable service accrued and the salary earned over the last two years. Read on to find out who is eligible for an increase and how to apply for a more favourable recalculation yourself.
Exchange rates on 25 March – the dollar and the euro showed a slight rise
On Wednesday, 25 March 2026, the NBU set new exchange rate benchmarks, under which the Ukrainian currency depreciated slightly against major foreign currencies.
Is Ukraine facing a diesel shortage in April: what are the experts predicting?
The media are warning of problems with diesel fuel supplies, but is this really the case?
Buckwheat prices are rising, whilst vegetable prices are falling: the Verkhovna Rada has explained what is driving prices in Ukraine
Prices for bread, oil and buckwheat are rising, whilst vegetables have become cheaper this year. Ukrainians have already noticed the changes in shops, but the reasons vary from product to product.
The EU and Australia have agreed on a free trade deal
The European Union and Australia have agreed to conclude a free trade agreement following several years of negotiations. The agreement provides for a significant reduction in tariffs and greater market access.
The escalation in the Middle East has triggered a rush to buy aluminium
Car manufacturers are concerned about an aluminium shortage due to supply disruptions and are even considering resuming purchases from Russia.
Deripaska’s plant in Ireland supplies Russia with alumina for weapons production — The Guardian
Aughinish Alumina, a leading Irish aluminium refinery, may supply Russian manufacturers with alumina used in the production of weapons.
Elon Musk has announced plans to build the world’s largest chip manufacturing plant
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has announced the creation of the world’s largest chip manufacturing facility. The project could cost over $20 billion.
Fuel prices on 24 March: how much petrol, diesel and LPG cost at petrol stations
As of 24 March 2026, Ukraine’s largest petrol station chains have updated their fuel prices. The average price of A-95 petrol at major petrol stations has remained virtually unchanged at around 73.01 UAH per litre. Meanwhile, the price of diesel has risen slightly to approximately 85.19 UAH per litre.
Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz and other automotive giants are cutting back on electric car production: what is the reason?
Major car manufacturers are planning to cut back on the production of electric vehicles, whilst continuing to produce hybrid and petrol-powered cars.
Mozambique is ready to supply gas to Ukraine, but there is a catch
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, held talks with the President of Mozambique, Daniel Shapu. The discussions focused on gas supplies to Ukraine and countering security challenges.
The EBRD and the EU are set to provide Kyiv with over €22 million for cogeneration and a new district heating plan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has approved an emergency grant of €20 million for Kyiv to install containerised cogeneration units, whilst the European Union will provide an additional €2.07 million in technical assistance to modernise the capital’s heating system. The new capacity is intended to support the city’s infrastructure during blackouts and form part of preparations for the winter of 2026–2027.
