The European Commission has approved Germany's plan to build new gas power plants by 2031. Germany has also received approval for a 12 billion euro aid package for industry.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy introduced a state of emergency in the energy sector on January 14 and established a headquarters in Kyiv. This signifies a threat to the energy system's operation due to electricity shortages.
Netflix plans to change the terms of the deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery assets, switching to an all-cash payment. This will accelerate the sale process, which has been ongoing for several months and has faced resistance from regulators and competitors.
President Zelenskyy instructed to increase electricity imports and declare an emergency in the energy sector. The Cabinet of Ministers will simplify the connection of backup energy equipment to the grids.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the introduction of a state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector. A headquarters has been established in Kyiv, and the First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy has been appointed as the head of operations.
NAC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" denied information about the introduction of gas supply restriction schedules in Khmelnytskyi region. The company stated that there are no restrictions and none are planned.
The European Commission has approved a legislative package for financial support to Ukraine for 2026-2027 totaling €90 billion. This support includes military aid and general budgetary support, as well as the possibility of using Russian assets.
Asset sustainability integrates energy efficiency and waste reduction into operations to lower risks and improve cost efficiency. This approach aligns with ESG requirements and strengthens competitive advantage.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the appointment of Dmytro Natalukha as head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine. Roman Kravets may replace him in the Verkhovna Rada.
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov announced significant financial and personnel challenges affecting the planning of payments to military personnel. Decisions on increasing payments will be made after analyzing the available capital.
The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the Ministry of Health and the State Service of Ukraine for Food Safety and Consumer Protection to control drug prices. Fines are provided for markup violations, and reports will be submitted weekly.
Ihor Terekhov, head of the Association of Frontline Cities and Communities, stated that the introduction of VAT for sole proprietors threatens the closure of up to 25% of small businesses.
The most difficult situation in energy after Russian attacks remains in the capital region. In Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast, outage schedules are not in effect, and there are also restrictions in Odesa and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
After the US seized tankers carrying Venezuelan oil, 26 vessels of the "shadow fleet" changed their registration to Russian. This provides them with political cover and increases geopolitical risks.
Oil prices fell after four days of gains as Venezuela resumed exports and US crude and product inventories rose. However, concerns about supply disruptions from Iran continue to impact the market.
On January 14, the NBU set the official exchange rate of the dollar at UAH 43. 18, and the euro at UAH 50.53. In banks, the dollar is traded at UAH 43.00-43.50, and the euro at UAH 50.20-50.80.
Futures prices for natural gas at the TTF hub rose above 32 euros per MWh, reaching their highest level since November 2025. This is due to cold weather, increased consumption, and outages at nuclear power plants.
The Danish krone has reached a six-year low amid discussions about US plans for Greenland. Investors are using the Danish currency to bet on the likelihood of the territory coming under US control, creating speculative pressure.
Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi stated that financial support for Ukraine should take precedence over EU budgetary discipline. He emphasized the need to mobilize resources to counter the threat to liberal democracy.
On January 14, scheduled power outages and power restrictions for industrial consumers will be applied throughout Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Deputy Minister of Energy Mykola Kolesnyk stated that the situation in the energy system is difficult, and forecasts are unavailable due to emergency restoration work. A return to hourly blackouts will occur after their completion.
In Ukraine, the excise tax on fuel increased from the new year. Autogas prices rose by an average of 30 kopecks, while there were almost no changes in gasoline and diesel prices.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko submitted a proposal to the Verkhovna Rada to appoint Dmytro Natalukha as head of the State Property Fund. The vote is expected today after the meeting of the Committee on Economic Policy.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced the restoration of generation and an increase in electricity imports. Enemy attacks and weather conditions create an additional burden on the system.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said that the situation with providing people with food is under control. She instructed the Minister of Economy to respond to requests from retail chains.
Oleksandr Zyma, director of the NBU's legal department, received over 950,000 hryvnias in salary in December. He is under investigation in a criminal case concerning abuse of power.
On the night of January 13, Russian occupiers attacked a DTEK thermal power plant, resulting in equipment damage. This is already the eighth massive attack on the company's thermal power plants since October 2025.
Brent and WTI crude futures rose on Tuesday. This comes amid escalating protests in Iran and potential US intervention, outweighing prospects for increased oil supplies from Venezuela.
Emergency power outages have been implemented in Kyiv and parts of the Kyiv region. The reasons are a missile and drone attack, frost, and bad weather.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar exchange rate for January 13 at 43. 26 hryvnias, which is 18 kopecks more than the previous day. The euro exchange rate is 50.53 hryvnias, and the zloty is 12.00 hryvnias.
