Finance
IMF
Ukraine’s Parliament Stalls IMF Tax Measures With Program Approval at Stake
After the government negotiated a new IMF program, lawmakers stalled the required tax bills, saying they weren’t consulted. The IMF and government found a compromise, but communication gaps persist.
Updated: Feb. 16, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s January Inflation Falls to 7.4%, Slowing Its Pace of Decline
Although the consumer inflation is still falling, the base inflation rate has fallen for another percent, easing the price pressures in the country.
Feb. 11, 2026
Europe
EU Parliament Approves €90B Ukraine Support Loan
The European Parliament approved a €90 billion support package for Ukraine for 2026-27 – the next step is for the EU Council to adopt this decision.
Feb. 11, 2026
Economy
Japan and Canada Sign $700M Grant Deal with Ukraine Backed by Frozen Russian Assets
Ukraine’s Finance Ministry and the World Bank have signed a grant agreement funded by Japan and Canada expected “in the coming days” to cover key state spending.
Feb. 7, 2026
IMF
Ukraine’s Growth to Remain Weak in 2026, Macroeconomic Stability Holds – ICU
Ukraine’s economy is set to slow further in 2026 amid security risks and energy disruptions, but sustained foreign aid is expected to keep inflation low and macroeconomic stability intact.
Feb. 6, 2026
Business
EBRD Deploys Record $3.13B in Ukraine in 2025, Aims to Increase Funding Despite Russia’s War
The London-headquartered development bank sustains a high risk appetite to support Ukraine’s private sector expansion amidst wartime.
Feb. 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Macroeconomic Outlook Brightens as New Partner Funding Reshapes Risks – KSE
Ukraine’s macroeconomic risks ease as nearly $160 billion in expected international aid secures budget financing, despite continued war-related pressures, a new KSE Institute report shows.
Feb. 5, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Economy Grew by 3% in Q4 2025 – State Statistics Service
The estimate for Ukraine’s real GDP growth accelerated in the second half of 2025, though at a slightly slower pace than the National Bank of Ukraine projected.
Updated: Feb. 5, 2026
Russia Meets Budget Targets Through Cuts as Oil Prices Slide – KSE Institute
Russia kept its 2025 budget deficit within target and cut inflation despite falling oil prices, relying on spending restraint, higher export volumes and domestic borrowing, the KSE Institute reports.
Feb. 4, 2026
Economy
Analysts Warn Ukraine May Lose €4B in EU Aid Over Reforms
Ukraine failed to meet several Ukraine Facility benchmarks in 2025 – the EU program supporting the country’s recovery and macrofinancial stability.
Feb. 3, 2026
Economy
Ukraine’s Central Bank Cuts Key Rate to 15%, 2025 Real GDP Growth to 1.8%
The National Bank of Ukraine has decreased the key rate by 0.5% following an easing of inflation, but has also downed real GDP due to the effects of Russia’s strikes on the energy grid.
Feb. 3, 2026
Corruption
Ukraine’s Economic Security Bureau Begins Staff Audit Amid Extortion Allegations
Ukraine’s financial crimes agency chief said planned reviews aim to ensure staff “integrity” as the agency faces continued criticism for inheriting old extortion practices.
Feb. 2, 2026
Europe
‘We’re in the Top Tier Now’: Poland Sees No Need to Ditch Złoty for Euro as Economy Booms
Andrzej Domański told the Financial Times that Poland’s economic growth shows it is better served by retaining the złoty for now.
Jan. 25, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Puts 2025 GDP Growth at 2.2%, Think Tank Sees Slower Pace
Kyiv’s Economy Ministry reported 2.2% GDP growth in 2025, while IER revised its estimate to 1.8%, pointing to continued expansion but mounting pressure from war-related shocks.
Jan. 22, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Has Done Its Part, Now Ukraine’s Friends Need to Do Theirs, IMF Managing Director Says
Ukraine has upheld reforms and macro stability under fire, but needs sustained external financing and to widen its tax base, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva tells Kyiv Post.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Commission Launches Legal Framework for €90B Ukraine Support Loan
Brussels has introduced legislation to make a €90 billion ($105 billion) EU loan for Ukraine a reality, aiming to cover most of Kyiv’s budgetary and military needs in 2026–27.
Jan. 14, 2026
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