Following the $6. 4 billion hack, net outflows from Binance reached $4.7 billion. The exchange restored withdrawals and will compensate for the losses.
Bitcoin changed little after the Binance hack, despite the theft of $6. 3 billion in assets. Traders consider the incident an operational shock.
Gold rose 0. 7% to nearly $3,900 an ounce after falling 3.7%. Analysts expect market volatility.
Binance said it had recovered 90% of the $6. 3 billion in assets following the hacking attack. Around 10% of the less liquid assets have not yet been recovered.
From January 1, 2027, income from digital platforms will be taxed at rates of 10% and 23%. The limit for sales of goods will be €2,000.
The financing of the Defense Forces will be fully provided, but Ukraine needs approximately €29 billion for other budget expenditures. In November they expect at least €4 billion.
TRM Labs linked the attack on Binance to the North Korean group TraderTraitor. The exchange froze $3 billion and suspended withdrawals. Bitcoin fell amid news of the attack on Binance.
The NBU lowered the official dollar exchange rate to UAH 45. 53, and the euro to UAH 50.68. At banks, the dollar is traded at a rate of UAH 45.39–46.06.
$2. 77 billion was withdrawn from Binance’s hot wallets across five blockchains within minutes. The exchange is investigating a possible hack.
The NBU raised its rate to 16. 5% due to inflation and pressure on the hryvnia. The ECB left rates unchanged amid energy risks.
The NBU raised the key policy rate to 16. 5% due to increased price pressures and inflation expectations. The rate is planned to be maintained until the second quarter of 2027.
The price of gold fell by 0. 3% after the Federal Reserve kept its rate unchanged. Investors are awaiting new inflation data and the decision in December.
The aid promised to Ukraine by partners outside the EU may decrease from €19 billion to €4 billion in 2027. The shortfall is estimated at €70 billion.
The Ministry of Finance is preparing a consultation on the taxation of aircraft leasing, which the Economic Security Bureau is reclassifying as royalties. It may help in disputes that have already been opened.
A total of 232 deputies voted for the budget conclusions. The document contains 90 proposals concerning 5,236 amendments ahead of the first reading of the budget.
The Verkhovna Rada is considering the 2027 budget in its first reading. Lawmakers submitted a record 5,236 amendments, with the vote on the bill in principle scheduled for today.
Gold is priced at $4,011. 58 per ounce ahead of the Fed’s decision. Traders assess the probability of a rate hike this week at 10%.
The NBU set the dollar exchange rate at UAH 45. 2021 and the euro at UAH 50.5766. The zloty fell to UAH 11.5124.
The NBU set the dollar exchange rate for October 26 at UAH 45. 2021 — a new all-time record. Cash exchange rates may differ.
The Ministry of Finance has engaged Rothschild & Co and FinPoint to prepare the sale of stakes in Ukrgasbank and Sense Bank. The banks' owners are not changing for now.
The President signed laws on income earned through digital platforms and VAT on purchases worth up to €150. Non-commercial parcels worth up to €45 will not be taxed.
Customer funds in banks increased, primarily due to households. Financial institutions expect an increase in deposit rates and the cost of funding.
A merger between Tesla and SpaceX could give Musk early access to more than $110 billion worth of Tesla shares. The companies are only studying the deal.
The parliamentary committee reviewed 5,236 amendments and recommended adopting the 2027 budget at the first reading. Consideration in parliament is expected on October 28.
The National Bank denied reports about Andrii Pyshnyi’s resignation following searches by the NABU. There are no detainees or suspects in the case.
By October 19–20, individual entrepreneurs must pay the unified social contribution, the single tax, and the military levy. Penalties apply for late payment, but certain exemptions are in effect.
Practical tips can help save on heating, electricity, gas, and water. Subsidies and benefits can reduce the financial burden.
As of October 20, the NBU set the dollar exchange rate at UAH 45. 0013 and the euro at UAH 50.5311. The US currency rose by 14 kopecks.
According to the prime minister, domestic revenues cover one-third of spending on defense, social benefits, and healthcare. International partners provide the remaining two-thirds.
The official dollar exchange rate fell to UAH 44. 86, while the euro rose to UAH 50.50. The zloty exchange rate is UAH 11.56.