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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
Energy
Ukraine Launches Energy Support Program to Bolster Small Business Resilience
Until March 31, entrepreneurs can get government grants to offset damage from Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy system.
Feb. 9, 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
Energy
EU Unveils 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia
EU measures target Russia’s energy exports, financial sector and sanctions evasion networks, including its shadow fleet, LNG shipping, and some countries manufacturing high-tech re-export parts.
Feb. 6, 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
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
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
Business
Estonia’s Iute Group Signs Deal to Buy Ukraine’s Bridge Bank Built on RWS Bank Assets
Estonia’s Iute Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Iute Bank, a bridge bank created using assets of the failed RWS Bank, heralding a rare foreign banking entry into Ukraine during war.
Jan. 16, 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
Ukraine
Ukraine’s December Inflation Rate Falls by 1.3%
Inflation has fallen to 8% with just 3% left to reach the National Bank of Ukraine’s 5% inflation target.
Jan. 10, 2026
EU
Ukraine’s International Reserves Jump Over 30% to Record $57.3B in 2025
Ukraine’s central bank reported record foreign reserves of $57.3B in December 2025, boosted by strong inflows from partners including the EU and World Bank, helping stabilize the currency market.
Jan. 7, 2026