Finance
The level of counterfeiting of hryvnia banknotes has fallen by a third in Ukraine
By the end of 2025, the level of counterfeiting of national currency banknotes had fallen by two-thirds compared with 2024. The most commonly seized counterfeit banknotes were those in denominations of 500 and 200 hryvnias.
Electricity at half price: DTEK has launched a favourable payment plan for electricity meters
Two-band electricity metering is becoming more accessible to residents of the capital. Thanks to the comprehensive ‘Day-Night’ service, consumers can reduce their costs for electricity used at night by 50%
Military salaries from 1 May 2026: which payments will continue
As of 1 May 2026, there will be no official changes to the basic rules governing the pay of military personnel in Ukraine. The main components of pay – basic salary, rank-based pay and the length-of-service allowance – will remain in force, as will additional payments for carrying out combat or special missions.
Salaries of up to 2 million hryvnias and savings in the millions: what the deputy chairmen of the Sumy Regional Council declared
Four deputy chairmen of the Sumy Regional Council declared salaries ranging from 1.6 million UAH to nearly 2 million UAH in their 2025 declarations, along with cash savings, flats, plots of land, cars, loans and investments in property. Separately, the regional council disclosed the system of allowances, monthly bonuses and financial assistance for these officials.
The EU prosecutor may bring charges against Orbán’s inner circle
Hungary’s Prime Minister-elect, Péter Magyar, has announced his intention to bring the country into the European Public Prosecutor’s Office. This could pave the way for investigations into the use of EU funds in previous years.
The European Commission expects the first tranche of the loan to Ukraine to be disbursed in the second half of the year
Ukraine could receive the first tranche of a €90 billion loan from the European Union in the second half of 2026. The European Commission has stated that it is ready to implement this support package.
The EU has set conditions for Hungary in exchange for the release of €35 billion in subsidies
Following Péter Magyar’s election victory, the European Commission has begun negotiations with Hungary’s new government regarding the resumption of funding. The release of funds depends on the fulfilment of a number of conditions and the restoration of relations with the EU.
The White House has warned staff of a ban on betting on prediction markets amid the war with Iran
The US Presidential Administration has issued a warning to staff regarding the prohibition on using their official positions for betting, against the backdrop of events surrounding Iran. This follows suspicions arising from substantial winnings in financial and futures markets.
Old $100 notes from 1996: how to exchange them and what to do if they are refused
Both banks and currency exchange bureaux in Ukraine are required to accept 1996-issue US$100 banknotes, provided the note is genuine and has no significant damage. The year of issue alone does not constitute a valid reason for refusing to exchange the note, and all US dollar designs remain legal tender regardless of their date of issue.
Card blocks in April: what amounts and transfers will the bank ask about
In April 2026, Ukrainian banks will move to the next stage of strengthening financial monitoring. The algorithms will target not only transactions worth millions, but also regular transfers of 30,000 hryvnias or more
Donald Trump’s inner circle is suspected of exploiting the war for personal gain
Against the backdrop of the conflict surrounding Iran and sharp fluctuations in oil prices, attention has been drawn to major stock market deals concluded shortly before US President Donald Trump’s statements. Some experts suggest there may be signs of insider trading, whilst the White House rejects such allegations.
Poroshenko has declared over 52.5 million hryvnias in income from the Hungarian Ministry of Finance
In 2025, Petro Poroshenko received over 52.5 million hryvnias from the Hungarian Ministry of Finance. He also invested part of the funds in Hungarian government bonds.
