ISW analysts reported that, despite heavy losses in personnel, Russian forces gained more land in Ukraine last month than at any time since 2024, seizing 701 square kilometers – the highest monthly total this year and second only to November 2024 since the war began….
Category: 9. Business
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Kyiv needs another €1B to buy American weapons by the end of the year.
Ukraine is trying to secure €1B in European funding to purchase American weapons before the year ends. These funds would ensure a continuous supply of equipment to Ukraine’s Armed Forces through the PURL mechanism. Recently, the Netherlands announced an additional…
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In 10 months, the growth of Ukraine’s commercial loan portfolio surpassed 2024’s increase by 130%.
By early November, the growth of the corporate loan portfolio in banks reached ₴154B, which is double the entire year’s growth for 2024. According to the NBU, it is expected to increase by 200% by year’s end. Specifically, in 10 months the banks’ loan portfolio…
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The production of car components will begin in the Kyiv region, which will be expanded into an industrial park with a $40M investment.
The Budshlyakhmash company is constructing a new manufacturing complex in Brovary, Kyiv region. Starting mid-2026, automobile frames will be produced on a 3,000-square-meter site. This will enable the company to increase the localization of municipal and special…
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The EU will finance the development of Ukrainian interceptor jet drones with €3.3M, as Ukraine uses technology to combat UAVs.
Within the Brave1 defense cluster, Ukraine and the EU have launched a €3.3M program funded by the EU. This will allow Ukrainian military tech manufacturers to receive grants for the development of interceptor drones and radar systems. According to the Ministry of…
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The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has somewhat improved the refinancing of government bonds.
In November, the MoF refinanced all government bond repayments but did not make any special efforts to significantly increase net borrowing. During the month, the ministry attracted ₴25B, $319M, and €6.7M. Meanwhile, debt repayments for government bonds totaled…
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Almost 15% growth in a week: Shares of Ukrainian agricultural holdings are increasing in value.
According to analysts from investment company Eavex Capital, shares of leading Ukrainian agricultural firms listed on European stock exchanges showed strong positive momentum over the past week. IMC Agricultural Company securities experienced the highest growth,…
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What progress has been made in the talks between Ukraine and the US in Florida?
The US delegation included Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law. Representing Ukraine were National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, Deputy Head of the State Security Service…
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The EU has cautioned the US against pushing Ukraine into accepting a peace deal before talks with Moscow this week.
Kaja Kallas, the EU’s top foreign affairs representative, voiced concerns that pressuring Ukraine into an unfair agreement would only embolden Russia’s aggressive behavior, particularly as Kyiv’s allies prepare for negotiations aimed at ending Moscow’s invasion….
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NATO is preparing to defend itself from Russia without relying on the US and working to respond more effectively to Moscow’s hybrid threats.
The Alliance is stepping up its preparations for a possible conflict with Russia, as it acknowledges that America might not play its usual leading role in European security. Military leaders in France and other European countries are now seriously considering scenarios…
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