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National Bank of Ukraine

Central Bank of Ukraine
The National Bank of Ukraine is the central bank of the state, established in 1991 on the basis of the Ukrainian Republican Office of the State Bank of the USSR. Its main mission is to ensure the stability of the monetary unit — the hryvnia, promote price and financial stability, and ensure the effective functioning of the payment system.
1991
The National Bank of Ukraine was established and a two-tier banking system was launched
1996
Ensuring the stability of the monetary unit – the hryvnia – was defined as the main function
2016
An inflation targeting regime and a flexible exchange rate were introduced
2018
A large-scale cleanup of the banking sector from insolvent banks was carried out
2022
Uninterrupted operation of the financial system was ensured under the conditions of a full-scale invasion
2022
A special account was opened to raise funds to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2023
Received the “Central Bank of the Year” award for resilience during the war
2024
The largest package of foreign exchange relaxations for businesses since the beginning of the war was introduced
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Permission for men under 22 to travel abroad: NBU stated that this decision is unlikely to have affected the labor market

The government's decision to allow men aged 18-22 to travel abroad did not affect the labor market. The shortage of personnel has decreased, but remains significant.

Society • September 11, 12:36 PM • 4310 views
IMF forecasts Ukraine's financing deficit to reach up to $20 billion by 2027 - Bloomberg

The IMF believes that Ukraine's financing needs over the next two years could exceed government estimates by up to $20 billion. This will complicate negotiations for a new aid package.

Economy • September 11, 12:05 PM • 2955 views
IMF mission completes work in Ukraine: Ministry of Finance summarizes results

The Ministry of Finance, the NBU, and the IMF discussed the implementation of the EFF program and budget plans. The IMF noted the effectiveness of Ukraine's work, and Serhiy Marchenko thanked them for their support.

Economy • September 11, 11:35 AM • 3844 views
NBU again kept the key policy rate at 15.5%

The National Bank of Ukraine has once again decided to leave the key policy rate unchanged. It remains at 15.5%.

Economy • September 11, 11:02 AM • 18663 views
Currency exchange rate on September 11: hryvnia depreciated

The euro exchange rate is UAH 48. 24/euro, the zloty - UAH 11.31/zloty.

Economy • September 11, 06:19 AM • 2981 views
"They just pulled the plug on us": Concordia co-founder Yulia Sosedka told how the National Bank decided to withdraw the bank from the market

Concordia co-founder Yulia Sosedka spoke about the unexpected decision of the NBU to liquidate the bank due to "mis-coding", despite the absence of claims from Visa and Mastercard. The bank won two lawsuits, but the Supreme Court refused to hear the case, citing the lack of shareholders' right to sue the National Bank.

Economy • September 10, 09:29 AM • 88203 views
Currency exchange rate on September 10: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine strengthened the hryvnia to UAH 41. 1237/USD. The official euro exchange rate is UAH 48.29/EUR.

Economy • September 10, 06:46 AM • 3418 views
Number of non-bank financial institutions reduced in Ukraine: among 10 excluded from the register are a pawnshop and financial companies

The National Bank of Ukraine revoked licenses of a number of financial institutions, including 5 financial companies, a risky insurer, and a pawnshop. At the same time, two insurance brokers were added to the registers.

Economy • September 9, 10:21 AM • 3547 views
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Hryvnia on steroids: why September is traditionally a month of currency optimism and what to expect in the currency market

September traditionally strengthens the hryvnia due to seasonal revival and agricultural exports. The expert predicts a stable exchange rate in September, but a possible weakening in October.

Economy • September 8, 08:37 AM • 29296 views
Exchange rate on September 8: hryvnia strengthened its positions

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 21/USD, strengthening it by 13 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.16/EUR.

Economy • September 8, 06:42 AM • 3742 views
Received $8,000 for helping a relative evade mobilization: a judge in Lviv region was served with a notice of suspicionPhoto

A district court judge in Lviv region has been served with a notice of suspicion for receiving undue benefits and declaring inaccurate information. He received $8,000 for exempting his cousin from mobilization and entered inaccurate information into his declaration for UAH 7.5 million.

Society • September 5, 10:56 AM • 4314 views
Currency exchange rate on September 5: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against the dollar at 41. 3494 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. The official euro exchange rate is 48.13 UAH/EUR, and the zloty is 11.32 UAH/PLN.

Economy • September 5, 05:18 AM • 3684 views
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NBU withdrew hundreds of millions of banknotes: which banknotes are disappearing from circulation

In 2025, the NBU withdrew over 455. 8 million worn-out banknotes, mainly in denominations of 200 and 500 hryvnias, due to physical wear and tear and the replacement of old samples. As of August 1, 2025, over 2.57 billion banknotes totaling 858.62 billion hryvnias were in circulation.

Economy • September 4, 08:13 AM • 35311 views
Currency exchange rate on September 4: hryvnia depreciated

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3719/USD. This led to a one-kopeck depreciation of the hryvnia.

Economy • September 4, 05:35 AM • 13977 views
IMF mission began work in Kyiv: what meetings have already taken place and what else is on the agenda

The IMF mission, led by Gavin Gray, began its visit to Kyiv, holding expert meetings with the NBU. The macroeconomic situation, inflation, reserves, and the foreign exchange market were discussed.

Economy • September 3, 12:13 PM • 3452 views
The Rada took a step towards legalizing cryptocurrency

The Verkhovna Rada supported in the first reading the draft law on the legalization of virtual assets. The document provides for the taxation of profits from crypto operations.

Economy • September 3, 09:24 AM • 31901 views
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Shareholders of banks in Ukraine are deprived of legal instruments to protect their business - political scientist

Shareholders of Ukrainian banks lack legal instruments to protect their business due to the unlimited power of the NBU and the DGF. The Supreme Court closed the case of Concord Bank, overturning the decisions of lower instances.

Economy • September 3, 07:25 AM • 25553 views
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Political scientist on the new political season: what to expect from the government and the Rada

Political scientist Ihor Reyterovych outlined key tasks for the parliament and government in the new political season. He emphasized the importance of defense, European integration, and the 2026 budget.

Politics • September 3, 06:16 AM • 61825 views
Currency exchange rate on September 3: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3631/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by one kopeck. Euro and zloty exchange rates were also set, and banks and exchange offices offer their own rates.

Economy • September 3, 05:44 AM • 5934 views
The Rada may consider the bill on cryptocurrency legalization tomorrow

The Verkhovna Rada may consider in the first reading on September 3 the bill on the legalization of virtual assets. Draft law No. 10225-d is one of the first on the parliament's agenda.

Politics • September 2, 03:27 PM • 3649 views
Currency exchange rate on September 2: hryvnia continues to devalue

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3722/USD, which is a devaluation of 5 kopecks. The euro and zloty exchange rates have also been updated, and the interbank market recorded UAH 41.28-41.31/USD.

Economy • September 2, 05:47 AM • 4845 views
Exchange rates on September 1: hryvnia depreciated

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3203/USD, which is a depreciation of 6 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.19/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.29/PLN.

Economy • September 1, 05:42 AM • 4230 views
Exchange rates on August 29: National Bank continues to strengthen hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 2602/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 6 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.13/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.29/PLN.

Economy • August 29, 05:57 AM • 3186 views
Exchange rates for August 28: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against the dollar at UAH 41. 3222/USD, which is 8 kopecks stronger. The exchange rates for the euro and zloty were also determined.

Economy • August 28, 05:58 AM • 3881 views
Is the right to do business in Ukraine no longer protected? The NBU can destroy any bank without punishment

The Supreme Court closed the case of Concord Bank against the NBU and the Deposit Guarantee Fund, citing Law No. 590-IX. This decision deprives shareholders of liquidated banks of the right to judicial protection, despite previous decisions of lower courts.

Economy • August 27, 03:01 PM • 224183 views
Exchange rates for August 27: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4047/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. Euro and zloty rates have also been updated.

Economy • August 27, 05:44 AM • 3057 views
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Laws on Defence City sent to the President for signature: will new prospects open up for the Ukrainian defense industry and aviation?

Laws establishing the legal regime of Defence City to support defense industry enterprises have been sent to President Zelenskyy for signature. Residents will receive tax benefits and simplified customs procedures, taking into account the position of the aviation industry.

Economy • August 26, 05:12 PM • 105219 views
Shareholders of banks being withdrawn from the market are forced to seek justice at the ECHR

The Supreme Court ruled in the case of Concord Bank, effectively depriving shareholders of the right to judicial protection in Ukraine. Now, the only way for them to protect their rights is to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.

Society • August 26, 08:06 AM • 182493 views
2025 Academic Year: What Changes in the Educational Program Await Students

Ukrainian schoolchildren are preparing for the new academic year with an updated curriculum, including a new mandatory subject "Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy" and significant changes in the teaching of "Defense of Ukraine. "

Publications • August 26, 06:24 AM • 155463 views
Exchange rates on August 26: hryvnia depreciated

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4300/USD, which depreciated it by 15 kopecks. Euro and zloty exchange rates were also set.

Economy • August 26, 05:49 AM • 3220 views