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IMF
IMF Warns Ukraine Risks Aid Delays as Parliament Stalls Tax Bills
The IMF warned Ukraine could face delays in funding from its $8.1 billion program as lawmakers fail to pass key tax measures, raising concerns over fiscal stability.
March 17, 2026
IMF
Ukraine`s Parliament Rejects Digital Platform Tax Bill
Ukrainian lawmakers did not pass a bill on taxing digital platforms, a move that could block billions in IMF aid and derail other tax reforms.
March 11, 2026
IMF
Ukraine Receives $1.5 billion IMF Tranche Under New 4-Year Program
The $1.5 billion disbursement marks the first tranche under a new $8.1 billion, four-year IMF program aimed at stabilizing Ukraine’s wartime economy amidst protracted Russian invasion.
March 3, 2026
IMF
Ukraine Bondholders Seek Improved Terms After GDP Warrant Swap
Some holders of Ukraine’s dollar bonds are weighing legal action after last year’s GDP warrant swap, arguing the new Class C notes granted stronger protections than their own debt.
March 2, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine – Western Allies Give IMF Assurances
Getting sign-off for the IMF EFF was also important as an anchor to other bilateral and multilateral lending, including big tickets from the likes of Norway, which is now at $8 billion just for 2026.
March 2, 2026
IMF
IMF Approves $8.1B 4-Year Program for Ukraine, Releases $1.5B Immediately
The International Monetary Fund approved a new $8.1 billion, 48-month program for Ukraine, cancelling the 2023 facility and unlocking an immediate $1.5 billion disbursement.
Feb. 27, 2026
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
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
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
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
Europe
EU to Shoulder €90B of Ukraine’s Budget Needs in 2026-27
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU plans to cover €90 billion of Ukraine’s €135 billion financing needs for 2026-27 through new borrowing and a proposed reparations loan.
Dec. 5, 2025
Europe
OPINION: Ukraine – IMF Tells Europe to ‘Show Me the Money’
Ukraine has done a remarkable job, but unless donors come up with the cash now, it is screwed.
Nov. 27, 2025
IMF
IMF and Kyiv Reach Deal on $8.2bn Financing Program for Ukraine
Ukraine and the IMF reached a staff-level deal on a new four-year EFF program, a long-awaited step as Kyiv negotiates fresh financing for 2026–27 amid Russia’s protracted war.
Nov. 27, 2025
IMF
IMF Says Ukraine Has Implemented 40% of Customs Reform Plan
The IMF said Ukraine has completed 40% of its 2030 customs reform plan, noting progress in HR policy, rotation and internal audit as Kyiv pursues fiscal reforms under its National Revenue Strategy.
Nov. 24, 2025
IMF
Ukraine Opens Negotiations for New IMF Loan as War Pressures Mount
The IMF mission led by Gavin Gray has started discussions in Kyiv on a new Extended Fund Facility to support Ukraine “amidst continued exceptionally high uncertainty.”
Updated: Nov. 17, 2025
Ukraine
IMF Questions Ukraine’s Additional Spending as New Loan Talks Begin
IMF warns Ukraine over additional spending, self-employed exemptions, and free rail travel as Kyiv seeks a new $8 billion loan amid ongoing war.
Nov. 14, 2025