today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
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As of September 9, 2026, the official exchange rate for the US dollar is set at 44.46 UAH, while the euro will decrease to 51.63 UAH. According to the National Bank, the dollar has increased by one kopeck, while the euro has risen by five kopecks. In banks and exchange offices, the average dollar rate is 44.39 UAH.
As of September 1, 2026, Ukraine's international reserves amounted to $48.66 billion, down 5% in August. The decline is attributed to reduced international financial aid and currency interventions.
Ukraine is expecting an increase in prices for dairy and frozen products due to the destruction of storage facilities and supply chain disruptions. Russian attacks on logistics infrastructure have led to supply issues, which may affect prices and product availability.
In 2026, smartphone prices, particularly for new iPhone models, increased due to memory shortages and rising component costs. Apple is considering raising prices for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max by 10-20%. Some retailers in Ukraine have already published new prices for these models.
In August 2026, Russia's budget deficit amounted to 5.7 trillion rubles, or 2.5% of GDP. According to the Ministry of Finance, the deficit for January-August 2026 exceeded the annual plan. Despite a surplus in August, the financial situation remains challenging.
New restrictions on pension payments have been introduced in Ukraine, potentially reducing them by 75% for some pensioners. However, the state guarantees that even in this case, 25% will remain for personal needs. Legislation also provides exceptions for certain categories of citizens.
Starting from September 2026, Ukraine has introduced new monthly pension supplements for the elderly. Pensioners over 70 can receive up to 570 hryvnias automatically, depending on their age, without the need to apply to the Pension Fund.
The National Bank of Ukraine has warned of possible inflation increases due to attacks on logistics infrastructure. Estimates suggest prices could rise by 0.4-0.6 percentage points by the end of 2026, particularly in the autumn.
The European Commission approved the allocation of €114.7 million to Spain to assist in managing the migrant situation in Ceuta. The funds will be directed towards enhancing border surveillance and other measures. Most of the financing will be provided within a month.
U.S. President Donald Trump gave holiday gifts of $45,000 in cash to three of his assistants at the White House. Another staff member received $20,000. The White House stated that these gifts comply with ethical standards.
The State Statistics Service of Ukraine has revised its estimate of real GDP growth for Q2 2026, lowering it to 0.4% compared to the same period in 2025. The previous estimate was 0.6%. The revision was made due to updated operational data.
The Ukrainian government announced a one-time payment of 19,400 hryvnias for over 380,000 families in frontline communities for the 2026/2027 heating season. The total funding amounts to 7.4 billion hryvnias, sourced from international organizations. Applications for assistance will be accepted until October 30, 2026.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated UAH 2.3 billion for compensation to restore damaged housing in Vyshneve, which was affected by the attack on July 6. The funds will be distributed through the 'eRecovery' program for 23,257 households. The government previously promised UAH 3.04 billion, but the amount was reduced by UAH 700 million.
The government is introducing a new format of social assistance that allows families to receive payments of up to 15,000 hryvnias. The assistance can be applied for through the 'Diia' app, with the amount determined based on the family's income.
Starting January 1, 2026, Ukrainians will need at least 33 years of insurance experience to retire at 60. This threshold will increase annually, potentially leading to more people retiring at 65. The Pension Fund also notes that insufficient service may not necessarily result in a lack of payments, as other conditions for their assignment may apply.
