Economy
Oil prices fell after Trump's statement about a possible de-escalation in the Middle East
Global oil prices fell after a sharp rise the day before. The market reacted to statements by US President Donald Trump about a possible quick end to the war in the Middle East.
G7 countries to discuss possible release of oil from strategic reserves due to price surge
The finance ministers of the G7 countries will hold an emergency meeting on the possible joint use of strategic oil reserves. The discussion is taking place against the backdrop of a sharp rise in oil prices following the war in the Middle East.
Cabinet prepares targeted assistance due to sharp rise in fuel prices
The Ukrainian government is developing support models for vulnerable groups of citizens due to the rapid rise in fuel prices. At the same time, the authorities are tightening control over the fuel market to prevent speculation.
The EU will fulfil its commitment to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, Ursula von der Leyen said.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the European Union will find a way to fulfil its commitment to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, despite difficulties in implementing it.
Donald Trump announced the creation of a coalition of Latin American countries against drug cartels
US President Donald Trump announced in Florida the creation of a new regional coalition to combat drug cartels. Leaders from a number of Central and South American countries and the Caribbean have joined the initiative.
The IMF has called on governments to prepare for unpredictable consequences due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could affect global markets, economic growth and inflation, according to Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund.
Ukraine tops global arms imports — SIPRI data
In 2021–2025, Ukraine became the world's largest recipient of major weapons. The country's share of global imports was 9.7%, compared to only 0.1% in the previous five-year period.
In March, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi, Director of the Economic Security Bureau, received almost 320,000 hryvnia in pension payments.
In March, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi, Director of the Economic Security Bureau, received a pension of 318,605 hryvnia. This is evidenced by a report on significant changes in his financial status, which he submitted to the National Agency for Corruption Prevention (NAZK) on 5 March.
Oil exceeds $107 per barrel: market reacts to blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices rose sharply at the start of trading on 9 March: WTI exceeded $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022, and together with Brent rose above $107. The jump is linked to the US and Israel's war against Iran and the de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
BlackRock limits withdrawals after surge in investor requests
Investment company BlackRock has restricted withdrawals from one of its debt funds following a sharp increase in redemption requests. The situation arose amid investor concerns about the private lending market.
The US approved the sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel without congressional review.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved the possible sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel. To do so, it used emergency powers that allow it to bypass the congressional review process.
Ships in the Persian Gulf began calling themselves Chinese to avoid Iranian attacks
Some ships in the Persian Gulf that are under threat of attack are changing their transponder signals and identifying themselves as Chinese. Crews are taking these measures in an attempt to reduce the risk of attack.
