# Finance
На відновлення саркофага ЧАЕС потрібно 500 млн євро – Сибіга
На ремонт саркофага Чорнобильської АЕС, пошкодженого російським дроном, потрібно близько 500 мільйонів євро. Україна вже отримала підтвердження від партнерів щодо кількох десятків мільйонів євро на майбутню реконструкцію.
Avoiding the threat: why ships from Odessa are taking the ‘long’ route to the Bosphorus
Full-scale direct shipping from Ukrainian ports remains blocked due to the constant risk of attacks from the Russian Federation. Despite the stable operation of the maritime corridor, civilian vessels are forced to use the territorial waters of neighbouring countries, which significantly lengthens the journey but ensures the safety of crews and cargo
The price of borscht is set to rise in April: experts have identified the foods whose prices will ‘skyrocket’
Despite a temporary drop in the price of some vegetables used in borscht in March, Ukrainians should brace themselves for another rise in fruit and vegetable prices as early as April.
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.
Ukraine is running out of money for defence: media outlets have set a deadline
Ukraine risks finding itself in a critical financial situation and running out of funds for defence as early as June 2026. The main reason is delays and the blocking of aid from key Western partners.
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.
Donald Trump’s signature will appear on US dollars for the first time in history
For the first time in over a century and a half, the format of the signatures on paper banknotes in the US is set to change. From this summer, President Donald Trump’s signature will appear on banknotes.
The National Bank has ordered armoured cash-in-transit vehicles worth 98.9 million hryvnias
On 19 and 23 March, following the results of a tender, the National Bank of Ukraine ordered cash-in-transit vehicles for a total of 98.90 million hryvnias. This year, manufacturers are to supply eight armoured vehicles, with a 70% advance payment.
Petrol prices have fallen sharply, but not at all petrol stations: fuel prices on 27 March
Prices at Ukrainian petrol stations have largely remained unchanged, but at one chain, petrol prices have fallen by as much as 3 hryvnias.
