Economy
A decade-low: why sunflower oil production has fallen in Ukraine
Sunflower oil production in Ukraine is set to fall by 10% in the 2025/26 season due to the lowest seed yield in the last ten years. Despite a decline in export volumes, the country’s foreign exchange earnings continue to rise
The government is refunding fuel costs: how drivers can claim 1,000 hryvnias
While prices at Ukrainian petrol stations continue to creep upwards, drivers now have the chance to significantly ease the strain on their wallets. The government has launched a unique cashback scheme that allows you to get up to 1,000 hryvnias back directly onto your bank card
What is the actual minimum wage Ukrainians can expect in April?
Since the start of 2026, the minimum wage in Ukraine has already been increased, but the question of its actual amount after tax remains a pressing concern for millions of citizens. In April, the figure will remain at its current level, but there are certain nuances to the actual payments
A revolution in action: which tax services are set to go digital
Ukrainian entrepreneurs are set to enter a new phase of digitalisation: key tax services will now always be at their fingertips. The integration of tax returns and the simplification of reporting directly within the ‘Dія’ app were announced during a meeting with the business community in Kropyvnytskyi
Millions for farmers: how the state will support farmers during the spring farming season
A support programme for agricultural producers is gaining momentum in Ukraine, which is crucial at the height of the spring fieldwork season. This year, 139 farms will receive over 124 million hryvnias from the state to develop and diversify their production
Power cuts have led to a reduction in fertiliser production in Ukraine
Power cuts have been one of the reasons for the decline in fertiliser production in Ukraine. A shortage of fertiliser could lead to a 20% drop in crop yields.
In the war with Iran, the US lost and damaged military equipment worth around $3 billion
During three weeks of hostilities against Iran, a significant proportion of US military equipment was destroyed or damaged. The main losses were caused by strikes from Iranian missiles and drones.
20 million hryvnias a day. The Ministry of Economy has revealed how much the state spends on fuel cashback
The state fuel cashback scheme costs the budget around 20 million hryvnias a day. Citizens use the funds they receive to pay for utilities, among other things.
From 1 April, the excise duty on cigarettes will change in Ukraine: what will happen to prices?
From 1 April to 31 December 2026, cigarette manufacturers and importers in Ukraine must apply a multiplier of 1.1 to the minimum excise duty liability. The new rules apply to both filtered and unfiltered cigarettes and may affect the retail price of the products.
Europe and Canada invested $574 billion in the defence sector in 2025
The United States’ European NATO allies and Canada significantly increased their defence spending in 2025. At the same time, the United States’ overall contribution remains the largest within the alliance.
The EU has approved customs reform: an agency, a hub and a levy on parcels
On 26 March, the Council of the EU and the European Parliament agreed to overhaul the EU’s customs system as part of a wide-ranging reform. This involves the creation of a European customs agency, a customs data hub and a new EU-wide fee for the processing of goods in small import parcels.
Putin has asked the oligarchs to contribute to the budget amid a sharp rise in spending on the war in Ukraine
During a closed-door meeting with leading Russian business figures, Vladimir Putin discussed the continuation of the war against Ukraine and its funding. According to several sources, he stated his intention to continue the war and suggested that businesses make voluntary contributions to the budget.
