# Finance
Over 1.2 million hryvnias of budget funds disappeared during the renovation of shelters in dormitories of the capital's university
The Kyiv police have announced that they suspect the director of a contracting company of embezzling budget funds during the renovation of shelters in the dormitories of the capital's leading university.
Billionaires wealth hits new record high
Global wealth is concentrating faster than ever before: the wealthiest people on the planet are seeing unprecedented growth in their fortunes against a backdrop of deepening global inequality.
Half a billion applications: excitement surrounding World Cup tickets breaks records
FIFA has reported unprecedented interest in the 2026 World Cup — the organisation has received over 500 million ticket requests, and distribution will be done by random selection.
A quarter of a billion for the city council: how the budget project in Vyshneve ended up in the hands of "newcomers"
The construction of a new town hall in Vyshneve has turned into a cautionary tale of questionable tenders, sharp price increases, and a contractor with no construction experience.
Billions on hold: why Ukraine's IT exports are fluctuating and whether this poses a threat to the economy
Ukraine's IT exports in 2025 show moderate growth amid war and global instability, remaining a key pillar of the economy despite monthly fluctuations.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva arrived in Kyiv on her first visit since 2023
The head of the International Monetary Fund is holding talks in the capital on a new loan programme for Ukraine and further financial support amid the war.
Boomers are not leaving the workforce: it is becoming increasingly difficult for young people to break into the market
Older workers are staying in the profession in large numbers, while young people are facing a lack of starting opportunities, redundancies and new employer requirements.
Ministry of Finance: in 2025, the state allocated over UAH 406 billion for social payments and pensions
In 2025, social obligations were fully funded without arrears. Most of the funds were spent on pensions, support for vulnerable citizens and housing subsidies.
Global central banks publicly defend Fed Chairman Jerome Powell
Governors of the world's leading central banks expressed their full support for the US Federal Reserve Chairman and warned against political pressure on monetary policy independence.
Bankruptcies in Ukraine: Trends in 2025
In 2025, 780 companies in Ukraine initiated bankruptcy proceedings, which is 10% of all businesses that ceased operations. The article examines which industries were most affected.
The global economy in 2026: slower growth, trade wars and risks of a debt crisis
In 2026, the global economy is expected to slow to 2.9 per cent, with trade conflicts intensifying, debt risks and uncertainty surrounding the artificial intelligence boom.
Liquidation of JSC "RwS BANK" will start on 5 January and will last for three years
From 5 January 2026, the Deposit Guarantee Fund will start liquidating JSC "RwS Bank". The procedure will last until 4 January 2029, and depositors will be serviced by the transitional UTE Bank.
