# Finance
In May, Russia recorded its highest outflow of cash from banks in 30 years
The amount of cash in circulation in Russia rose by 381.2 billion roubles in May. This was the highest figure for that month since records began in 1995.
The dollar exchange rate in Ukrainian banks has almost reached 45 hryvnias
Ukrainian banks have updated their exchange rates for 9 June. The average selling rate for the dollar has risen by 21 kopecks and is now approaching the psychological threshold of 45 hryvnias.
“The customs overhaul is stalling,” - says the anti-corruption centre “Mezha”
Despite his public promises, the new head of the State Customs Service, Orest Mandziy, has begun a restructuring of the Service starting with middle management rather than overhauling the senior leadership. Furthermore, he has extended the contract of his deputy, whose integrity is questioned by campaigners.
Women in Ukraine earn less than men: in which sectors is the pay gap the widest?
The average salary in Ukraine in the first quarter of 2026 was 28,885 hryvnias. However, the figures for men and women differ significantly, with the gap exceeding 47% in certain sectors.
Peter Magyar has called for Viktor Orbán to be held to account over the Oschadbank case
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has stated that his predecessor, Viktor Orbán, must be held accountable for interfering with law enforcement agencies in a case involving employees of Ukraine’s Oschadbank. This follows the findings of a journalistic investigation by the Hungarian publication Telex.
Shares at $135: SpaceX is preparing a major public offering under an unconventional procedure
The aerospace company SpaceX plans to offer 555.6 million shares for sale at a price of $135 per share.
Bitcoin has fallen below $70,000 for the first time in two months
The price of Bitcoin has fallen below $70,000 for the first time in nearly two months, standing at $69,660. The decline in the leading cryptocurrency has been triggered by geopolitical risks, the sale of MicroStrategy’s tokens and capital outflows from ETFs.
Parking spaces are rising in price faster than flats: what developers are saying
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, prices for parking spaces have been rising faster than those for residential property, and often exceed them.
Flats under $20,000: which regions of Ukraine have the most affordable housing
Apartments costing up to $20,000 can still be found on the Ukrainian property market. Most of these properties are located in regions close to the front line. At the same time, demand for affordable housing has fallen over the past year in most regions.
ChatGPT connects to bank accounts
OpenAI запустила нові інструменти для структурування персональних фінансів у ChatGPT – вони дозволяють користувачам підключати банківські рахунки прямо до чат-бота. Система зможе аналізувати витрати, кредитні ліміти та заощадження та надавати індивідуальні поради.
France has detained a tanker belonging to Russia's shadow fleet in the Atlantic Ocean
On 31 May, the French navy detained another oil tanker, the Tagor, which was subject to sanctions and was sailing from Russia.
UNICEF is providing 6,500 UAH per family: who is eligible for the new financial assistance and how to apply
The United Nations Children’s Fund has announced a new round of financial support for Ukrainian families. The sum of 6,500 hryvnias per family will provide significant relief for those who need it most. However, not everyone will be eligible to receive the funds — there are clear selection criteria. Here’s who is eligible for the new financial assistance and how to apply for it.
